US Embassy in Nigeria authorizes staff departure amid escalating security crisis

The United States has authorized the departure of non-emergency staff and family members from its embassy in Abuja, citing a worsening security landscape across Nigeria. A newly updated advisory warns Americans to reconsider travel to the country due to heightened threats of terrorism, kidnappings, and civil unrest. At least 23 states have been classified under the highest-risk “do not travel” category, underscoring the volatility in regions plagued by insurgent attacks and communal clashes. Thi