US Embassy in Abuja temporarily closed down

The United States of America Embassy in Abuja has temporarily been
closed for both visa and for American Citizen Services, according to
the US government.

The announcement was made on the website of the Embassy.

It also confirmed that Consular functions in U.S. Consulate Lagos are
not affected and will continue.

"Scheduled visa and ACS applicants for Abuja will be contacted for rescheduling.

"American citizens in northern Nigeria with emergency services needs
should continue to contact the after-hours emergency number for Abuja
at 09461-4000 and press "0" to go to the operator to request
assistance.

"American citizens in northern Nigeria with urgent travel needs who
are travelling before Tuesday and who are willing to re-schedule their
travel through Lagos should contact the ACS office at Consulate Lagos
( 01460 3400 and LagosACS@state.gov) to discuss their options.

"Those travelling after Tuesday should follow up with Abuja ACS to
confirm their appointments closer to their appointment date," the
statement read.