Prior to the recent explosion as Banex plaza in Abuja (photos Below), the US had earlier sent a mail to its personnel resident in Abuja . Read the official mail that was sent out to all US personnel on their safety after the cut. This is not a good look for Nigeria.
Photos from the explosion last Night. The car exploded in front of Park 'N Shop at Shefiff Plaza, close to Banex Plaza in Wuse 2. Abuja
U.S. Mission to Nigeria
Security Message for U.S. Citizens
U.S.G. Personnel Restrictions
June 28, 2012
The U.S. Mission in Nigeria is issuing this emergency message informing U.S. citizens of the current restrictions on U.S. government personnel in Abuja.
Beginning Friday, June 29 through July 1, all U.S. government personnel in Abuja are restricted from going to places of worship and all commercial establishments adjacent to any place of worship. In addition, all U.S. government personnel are required to return to their residences by 12:00 midnight. These restrictions will be re-reviewed on Monday, July 2.
These measures are being taken as a safety precaution because of recent extremist attacks on five churches in the states of Bauchi, Jos, and Kaduna, and the attacks in Borno, Yobe, Kano and other areas resulting in scores of deaths. An explosion occurred outside a nightclub in Abuja on June 22. Media continually report extremist threats to attack throughout June.
The situation in the country remains fluid and unpredictable. The U.S. Mission in Nigeria strongly urges U.S. citizens in Nigeria to consider their personal security and to keep personal safety in the forefront of their planning.
U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in Nigeria are strongly advised 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. By enrolling, you make it easier for the U.S. Embassy or Consulate to contact you in case of emergency.
U.S. citizens should contact the U.S. Embassy in Abuja or the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos for up-to-date information on any restrictions. The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is open Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos is open Monday-Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The U.S. Embassy in Abuja can be reached by telephone, including after-hours emergencies, at +234(9) 461-4000. The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos can be reached by telephone, including after-hours emergencies at +234(1) 460-3600 or +234 (1) 460-3400.
Current information on safety and security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States or a regular toll line at-1-202-501-4444 for callers from other countries. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). You can also stay up to date by bookmarking our Bureau of Consular Affairs website, which contains the current Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts as well as the Worldwide Caution. Follow us on Twitter and the Bureau of Consular Affairs page on Facebook as well.
Sarah Kessler| Outreach Coordinator| AAJV
Research and Information Support Center (RISC)| Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC)
Bureau of Diplomatic Security | U.S. Department of State
Source: Nairaland
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