US Embassy In Nigeria Warns Of Possible Terror Attack On Sheraton Hotel In Lagos

The United States Embassy in Nigeria today Friday May 2nd issued a warning to U.S citizens, asking them to avoid Adamawa, Borno and Yobe states, and also said 'groups associated with terrorism' are planning an attack on Sheraton Hotel in Lagos.

The Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Nigeria and recommends that U.S. citizens avoid all travel to Adamawa, Borno, and Yobe states because of the May 14, 2013 state of emergency proclamation for those three states by the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. As of late April, groups associated with terrorism allegedly planned to mount an unspecified attack against the Sheraton Hotel in Nigeria, near the city of Lagos. There was no further information regarding which of the two Sheraton Hotels in Lagos was the possible target, or if both of the Sheraton Hotels are possible targets. There is no further information regarding the timing or method of attack. U.S. citizens are cautioned to avoid these hotels at this time.

The security situation in the country remains fluid and unpredictable. The U.S. Department of State strongly urges U.S. citizens in Nigeria to keep personal safety and health in the forefront of your planning. We remind U.S. citizens to review your personal security plans; remain aware of your surroundings, including local events; and monitor local news stations for updates. Maintain a high level of vigilance and take appropriate steps to enhance your personal security.

The Department strongly advises U.S. citizens who travel to or reside in Nigeria to enroll in the State Department's Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). U.S. citizens without internet access may enroll directly with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. STEP enrollment gives you the latest security updates, and makes it easier for the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate to contact you in an emergency.

Posted: at 2-05-2014 10:10 PM (10 years ago) | Gistmaniac

Chai! See nigeria don turn to Afghanistan wey be no go area, every country dey avoid us. Too bad

Posted: at 2-05-2014 10:23 PM (10 years ago) | Hero

una hear ..

Posted: at 2-05-2014 10:32 PM (10 years ago) | Addicted Hero

HAUSA DONE TURN NIGERIAN TO AFGHANISTAN,,,THE BEST WAY IS TO DIVIDE THE COUNTRY PERIOD...NOT ONLY USA WARNING,I HAVE WARNED EVERYONE TO AVOID THOSE NORTHERN STATES...ALL THE BUSINESS MEN AND WOMEN SHOULD RELOCATE FOR SAFETY......EVERYONE LIVING IN THE NORTH,SHOULD RELOCATE IMMEDIATELY FOR SAFETY,WHOSOEVER VALUES HIS OR HER LIFE WILL NOT BE IN THE NORTH,,,FELLOW NIGERIANS,,,AVOID ANYTHING WITH THE NORTH,,,,GOD BLESS

Posted: at 2-05-2014 11:10 PM (10 years ago) | Gistmaniac

Chai naija needs God help

Posted: at 2-05-2014 11:41 PM (10 years ago) | Hero

IF THEY TRY ANY NONESENCE IN THE SOUTH, IS GOING TO BE OPPRATION HAUNSA MUST GO, THEN NIGERIA WILL BE READY TO BE OVER IF NOT OVER IMMIDIATELY.

Posted: at 3-05-2014 12:57 AM (10 years ago) | Upcoming

      

Posted: at 3-05-2014 01:27 AM (10 years ago) | Addicted Hero

NIGERIAN pls avoid North, Abuja is North too. Safety first as for me naija bye bye i be OBAMA pikin, i have given my own warning if u are not OBAMA pinkin better find way become him pinkin oooo na realbaby2 talkam.

Posted: at 3-05-2014 03:24 AM (10 years ago) | Upcoming

Funny how the USA appear to KNOW where the NEXT attacks are going to take place - the Sheraton in Lagos.  Maybe, just maybe the NIGERIA GOVERNMENT should ask to be ALLOWED to USE the INFORMANTS/WHISTLEBLOWERS - call them what you will - to help us?

Nigerians are given no warnings of where not to tread!

Posted: at 3-05-2014 06:05 AM (10 years ago) | Gistmaniac

Jesus will soon come o.

Posted: at 3-05-2014 06:16 AM (10 years ago) | Newbie