The United States Embassy in Nigeria has issued an
advisory urging its citizens to reconsider travelling to Nigeria following the
killing of Iranian General, Qassem Soleimani, in a drone strike on Friday in
Iraq.
The embassy gave the
warning in a statement on its website dated January 3, The advisory said, “Due
to recent world events, U.S. citizens should review their personal security
measures.
“While we have no
specific threat information, it is prudent to remind ourselves of the following
personal security actions to follow on a regular basis.
“Actions to take: Be
aware of your surroundings; keep a low profile; avoid crowds and
demonstrations; exercise caution when walking or driving at night; carry proper
identification; review your personal security plans and monitor local media for
updates.”
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