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Boko Haram, which refers to itself as the “Nigerian Taliban,” is a Nigeria-based group that seeks to overthrow the current Nigerian Government and replace it with a regime based on Islamic law. It is popularly known in Nigerian and Western media as “Boko Haram,” which means “Western education is forbidden.”
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US Embassy Nigeria
Security Alert: Elevated Threat To Major Hotels In Nigeria's Larger Cities
Location: Major hotels in Nigeria’s larger cities
Date: November 3, 2023
Event: Elevated threat to major hotels in Nigeria’s larger cities
The U.S. Government is aware of credible information that there is an elevated threat to major hotels in Nigeria’s larger cities. The Nigerian security services are working diligently to counter the threat.
The U.S. Department of State advises U.S. citizens to consider this information when arranging lodging or visiting major hotels in Nigeria.
Actions to take;
Exercise vigilance at major hotels.
Be alert to your surroundings.
Keep a low profile.
Review the Travel Advisory for Nigeria.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Abuja, Nigeria
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive, Central District Area
+234 (9) 461-4000 during business hours; after hours press zero (0)
AbujaACS@state.gov
U.S. Consulate General Lagos, Nigeria
2 Walter Carrington Crescent, Victoria Island
+234 (1) 460-3400 during business hours and after hours
LagosACS@state.gov
U.S. State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
Nigeria Country Information
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