BREAKING: #EndSARS: Again, US Alerts Nationals, Urges Caution Over Protests
The United States Embassy/Consulate in Nigeria has again urged Americans to be careful with movements in the country, stressing that “demonstrations continue across Nigeria.”
In a statement published on its website on Wednesday, it noted that there were pockets of violence across the country as well as heavy security presence amid the #EndSARS protests.
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“Some protests have become violent, and there have been incidents of property destruction. There are also reports of increases in security force presence and intervention in multiple locations throughout the country, including Abuja, Lagos, and other major cities.
“There were multiple reports of shootings overnight in the Lekki area of Lagos. In Abuja, protesters and counter-protesters have moved throughout the city, at times causing traffic gridlock. There have been isolated incidents of violence and vandalism in both cities.
“Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos and Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport in Abuja remain fully operational, though some airlines have canceled flights.
“Protests have occurred along the Abuja Airport road, impeding traffic. Please check with your airline for any flight updates and use caution if you need to travel,” it stated.
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Also, it urged those residing in Lagos to observe the curfew imposed by the state government, advising them to also keep in touch with close ones.
It also announced that its office in Lagos remained closed for now.
“U.S. citizens in Lagos State are advised to respect the ongoing 24-hour, round the clock curfew. We urge all U.S. citizens to avoid areas around demonstrations and to check local media for updates and traffic advisories.
“Continue to be vigilant. Communications networks may be disrupted. Consider using SMS, landlines, social media, and email to check in with family and friends.
“As a result of Lagos State’s ongoing 24-hour curfew, the Consulate General in Lagos, including the Consular Section, remains closed to the public,” it stated.
