#ENDSARS: America issues security alert to citizens in Nigeria
By Adekunle Badmus
Following multiple demonstrations ongoin across Nigeria which include areas within the US consular districts of Abuja and Lagos.
the US consulate has urged all U.S. citizens to avoid areas around protests and demonstrations and to check local media for updates and traffic advisories.
The consulate advisory urges all citizens in Nigeria to continue to be vigilant.
Also, to avoid the areas of the demonstration(s), exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests, to keep a low profile, to be aware of surroundings, monitor local media for updates and Review the Travel Advisory for Nigeria.
Although most demonstrations are peaceful, some have become violent and have shut down major thoroughfares and bridges. Some police stations have been targeted.
Lagos State closed all schools indefinitely as of October 19 due to protests and implemented a 24-hour curfew starting at 4:00 p.m. on October 20.
Consulate General Lagos is closed for the rest of today and tomorrow, the statement reads.
