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Tension in Abuja as U.S. Embassy Releases Security Notice

The United States, U.S. Embassy in Nigeria, has issued security alerts to its citizens in Nigeria’s capital city, Abuja, over a planned protest in Abuja.

In a statement posted on its official X handle on Wednesday, the Embassy stated that there is a high potential for protests in Abuja today following the current conflict with Iran.

The statement warned that previous protests by some groups over the ongoing conflict have resulted in violent clashes between the groups and Nigerian security forces.

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“The Embassy strongly recommends that all US citizens in Abuja remain in their residences on Wednesday, March 4”, the statement added.
In an earlier post, the Embassy also cancelled all visa appointments earlier scheduled for Wednesday.

The post reads, “Due to the potential for protests in Abuja, the U.S Embassy in Abuja has cancelled all visa appointments on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Applicants will be contacted with information on how to reschedule. Please monitor our website and social media channels for further updates.

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“For emergency assistance, please contact the U.S. Embassy at +234 209 461 4328 or visit the website. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.”

Tijani Mariam

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