The UK government has strongly cautioned its citizens against undertaking non-essential trips to various states in Nigeria due to the potential resurgence of nationwide protests.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) highlighted the risk of sudden political gatherings, protests, and violent demonstrations, advising UK nationals to obtain guidance on regions to steer clear of.
In a travel advisory issued on Tuesday, the FCDO identified Abuja, Lagos, Borno, Kano, and Imo, along with other significant urban centers, as locations with elevated risks. After the recent protests in Nigeria, the warning tells British people to be careful. Even though the protests have stopped, they might start again suddenly and could be risky for travelers.
The advice suggests that British citizens in Nigeria should be very cautious. They should follow local news, avoid going out at night, stay away from big crowds, and keep updated through UK Travel Advice.
The advisory also repeats earlier warnings about not traveling to certain northern states due to terrorism concerns and some regions in states like Abia, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, and Imo due to security issues. This new warning comes after many countries, including Nigeria, advised against traveling to the UK.
