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US Issues Travel Warning for 23 Nigerian States Amid Security Threats

4/10/2026

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The United States Embassy in Nigeria has issued a travel warning for 23 states due to threats of terrorism and violent crime.
The advisory designates Nigeria as Level 3: Reconsider Travel, with several areas labeled Level 4: Do Not Travel.
Following a security reassessment, the embassy authorized departure of non-emergency U.S. personnel from Abuja.
Americans are advised to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program and avoid high-risk areas.

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Story summary

The United States Embassy in Nigeria has issued a travel warning for 23 states due to threats of terrorism and violent crime.
The advisory designates Nigeria as Level 3: Reconsider Travel, with several areas labeled Level 4: Do Not Travel.
Following a security reassessment, the embassy authorized departure of non-emergency U.S. personnel from Abuja.
Americans are advised to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program and avoid high-risk areas.