U.S. Embassy Restricts Staff from Visiting Military and Government Sites in Abuja Over Security Concerns

The United States Mission in Nigeria has issued a new security advisory restricting its staff and their family members from making unofficial visits to Nigerian military installations and government buildings in Abuja.

In a statement released on June 24, 2025, the U.S. Embassy cited growing global security concerns as the reason behind the precautionary measure. Although no specific threats were mentioned, the Embassy emphasized that the move is intended to safeguard American personnel in the country.

“Due to increased security concerns arising from current global developments, all U.S. Embassy employees and their families are prohibited from non-official travel to Nigerian military sites or other government venues in Abuja at this time,” the statement read.

The advisory also included a list of recommended safety precautions for American citizens in Nigeria, such as avoiding large gatherings, staying alert in public areas, varying daily routines, and reviewing emergency exits when entering buildings.

This is not the first time such a directive has been issued. The U.S. Mission has previously released similar alerts during periods of heightened political tension or terrorism threats.

Additionally, the Embassy encouraged all U.S. citizens in Nigeria to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive real-time security updates and emergency support.

As of the time of this report, the Nigerian government has not officially responded to the latest advisory.