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U.S., UK raise alarm over planned terror attacks in Abuja
The United States Embassy and British High Commission Abuja (BHC) have raised the alarm over planned terror attacks on Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
The Embassy and the High Commission in separate statements, Sunday, said they would cut down on their services in Abuja.
According to the US Embassy, “As a result of the possible attacks, the embassy said it would cut down on its services in Abuja.
The US intelligence disclosed this information on its website on Sunday where it issued a security alert on the possible terror attacks.
The alert reads: “There is an elevated risk of terror attacks in Nigeria, specifically in Abuja.
“Targets may include, but are not limited to, government buildings, places of worship, schools, markets, shopping malls, hotels, bars, restaurants, athletic gatherings, transport terminals, law enforcement facilities, and international organizations.”
The US Embassy advised Americans living in Nigeria as well as Nigerians at large to avoid all non-essential travel or movement and stay alert.
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They were also enjoined to review their security plans and keep their cell phone charged in case of emergency.
The intelligence also advised citizens to carry proper identification of themselves.
In the same vein, the British High Commission said: “On Monday October 24, British High Commission Abuja (BHC) will be open for Business Critical staff only. ALL colleagues wishing to travel to BHC should seek authorisation from Line Manager/ Block Leads, and in advance of travel.
“On Monday October 24, BHC Abuja UKB parents are advised strongly not to send children to schools. More detail will follow later today from DHC Gill Atkinson.”
The FCT had not witnessed terrorist for a time until the recent attack on the medium correctional facility on the outskirts of Abuja city in Kuje leading to hundreds of prisoners set free, though some have since been recaptured.
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