U.S. State Department Expands 'Do Not Travel' List for Nigeria Amid Security Concerns
The U.S. State Department has updated its travel advisory for Nigeria, maintaining a Level 3 'Reconsider Travel' status but expanding the 'Do Not Travel' list to include additional states such as Plateau, Jigawa, Kwara, Niger, and Taraba. This update comes in response to a deteriorating security environment characterized by crime, terrorism, unrest, and kidnapping. The advisory highlights frequent violent crimes, including armed robbery and carjacking, and notes that Americans are often targeted due to perceptions of wealth. The State Department has authorized the departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and their families from the U.S. Embassy in Abuja, reflecting concerns over the Nigerian government's ability to ensure the safety of diplomatic staff. 
