WARDEN MESSAGE

U .S. Consulate General, Lagos

Warden Message

December 8, 2006   

 

Parts of Nigeria have often experienced and increase in crime during the holiday season.  Lagos and other large cities are among those areas usually affected.  Even Victoria and Ikoyi islands, which are generally safer than other parts of Lagos, experience more crime, including armed robberies and carjackings, during this period of the year.

In addition, party primaries to choose candidates for the forthcoming April elections are planned for December in various state capitals.  These primaries are often occasioned by large crowds.  These activities carry with them the likelihood of traffic delay as well as the possibility of disturbances.  Americans resident in or visiting Nigeria are therefore advised to avoid crowds, demonstrations, political rallies, and other large gatherings.  As at other times, the ability of the U.S. government to assist Americans in the event of disturbances or unrest is limited.

The Consulate continues to advise Americans should review their security procedures, remain vigilant to their surroundings, and report specific incidences of targeted violence to the U.S. Consulate in Lagos at 01-261-0050.  You may also email the Lagos Consular Section at lagoscons2@state.gov.

Americans are encouraged to read the Department of State’s August 24, 2006 Travel Warning regarding travel to Nigeria (available online at http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_928.html) and the Worldwide Caution announcement released on June 6, 2006 (available online at http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/pa/pa_1161.html).

U.S. citizens in Nigeria are strongly encouraged to register with the Department of State at https://travelregistration.state.gov.  Those without Internet access may register in person at the U.S. Embassy in Abuja or the Consulate General in Lagos and obtain information there on travel and security in Nigeria. 

U.S. Embassy Abuja is located at Plot 1075, Diplomatic Drive, Central Business District, Abuja; the telephone number is 09-461-4000.

The U.S. Consulate Lagos is located at 2 Walter Carrington Crescent, Victoria Island, Lagos; the telephone number is 01-261-1215. 

For after-hours emergencies, call 011 [234] (1) 261-1414, 261-0195, 261-0078, 261-0139, or 261-6477.

 

United States Consulate,
Lagos, Nigeria
Consular Section
2 Walter Carrington Crescent, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
Tel: 01-261-0078/1414
E-mail:  lagoscons2@state.gov