The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has issued a security alert, advising U.S. citizens to “avoid unnecessary travel to Nigerian military and government facilities” in the capital city, Abuja.

“Due to increased security concerns arising from current global developments, U.S. Mission Nigeria informs U.S. citizens that all U.S. Embassy employees and their families are prohibited from non-official travel to a Nigerian military site or other government venue in Abuja at this time,” the security alert dated June 22, 2025 said.

On actions to take, it said:

“Stay alert in public places, with particular attention to location and venues where “Westerners, expatriates, and government officials frequent.

“Avoid large gatherings and consider limiting unnecessary travel.

“Avoid predictable routines.

“Familiarize yourself with emergency exits when you enter buildings.

“Review your personal security plans.

“The Consular Sections of Embassy Abuja and Consulate General Lagos remain open. Please monitor our website https://ng.usembassy.gov/ for updates.”

The advisory comes in the wake of heightened tension following the bombing of Iran’s nuclear facilities on the orders of U.S. President Donald Trump, who has chosen to fight on the side of Israel in its current war with Iran.