The United States has issued a warning about a potential threat to its facilities and schools in Nigeria, advising Americans to be cautious.
The alert was released by the US Embassy in Abuja on Monday, urging citizens to stay alert, avoid predictable routines, and review safety measures with their families.
The embassy did not provide details about the origin of the threat.
“The US embassy in Abuja informs US citizens of a possible terrorist threat against US facilities and US affiliated schools in Nigeria,” it said in a notice.
“Increasing awareness of your surroundings, avoiding predictable routines, and reviewing general security precautions with your family can help reduce your risk,” the statement read.
This warning comes amid escalating global tensions linked to the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran,
The Nigerian government has already placed Nigerian embassies in the Middle East on high alert as it monitors the situation and implements protective measures for its citizens overseas.
The government has also released emergency numbers for Nigerians abroad to reach their missions amid rising tensions.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the emergency contacts were provided to enable Nigerians living in or travelling across the Middle East to quickly reach diplomatic missions for assistance as tensions escalate in the conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States.
