BREAKING: U.S. Issues Security Alert On June 12 Protests In Nigeria

The United States Government has notified Americans about planned protests across Nigeria by several groups on June 12 – the country’s Democracy Day.

In a statement published on its website on Friday, the U.S. asked its citizens to avoid areas where the demonstrations and unexpected incidents could take place.

“Police presence and response can be expected nationwide, including in Abuja where government events are scheduled to celebrate the national holiday and in Lagos where simultaneous protests are planned.

“The likely locations for the protests in Abuja will be at Unity Fountain (Hilton Hotel area), Wuse, Berger Roundabout, Aguiyi Ironsi Way, Airport Road, and British Circle. In Lagos, the likely locations for protests will be Lekki Toll Gate and Gani Fawehinmi Park. Calls for the protests suggest they may begin as early as 07:00 a.m,” it stated.

Several groups, including the #RevolutionNow Movement and separatist groups, are believed to be planning what they tagged the #June12Protest in parts of the country.