The United Kingdom government has issued a stern warning to its citizens, advising against non-essential travel to several states in Nigeria due to the possibility of renewed nationwide protests.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) warned that political rallies, demonstrations, and violent protests could erupt without warning, urging UK nationals to seek advice on areas to avoid.
In a travel advisory released on Tuesday, the FCDO named Abuja, Lagos, Borno, Kano, and Imo as high-risk areas, among other major cities.
This follows the recent conclusion of days-long demonstrations across Nigeria earlier this month.
The advisory warned that while protests have subsided for now, they could resume unexpectedly, posing risks to travellers.
The advisory further encouraged British citizens to exercise extreme caution in Nigeria, recommending that they monitor local media, avoid travelling after dark, steer clear of large crowds, and remain informed through UK Travel Advice.
The FCDO also reiterated its earlier warnings against travel to northern states like Borno, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi due to ongoing terrorism concerns, as well as to regions such as Abia, non-riverine areas of Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, and Imo states due to issues of insecurity.
This latest advisory comes shortly after several countries, including Nigeria, issued their warnings against travel to the UK.
