The Australian government has issued a travel advisory to its citizens living in Nigeria amidst increasing threats of insecurity and the recent flooding in some states.
The consulate warned its citizens to plan their travel and obtain expert security advice and assistance before leaving for Nigeria, if necessary.
This was announced on the Consulate’s website in a travel advisory issued to Australians on Wednesday.
The Consulate advised Australian citizens to check the media for updates, stating that the potential for terrorism, kidnapping, crime and civil unrest remained high throughout Nigeria.
It read, “There have been significant casualties and widespread damage to infrastructure caused by severe flooding. Essential services may be disrupted. Follow the advice of local authorities and check the media for updates.
“The potential for terrorism, kidnapping, crime and civil unrest remains high throughout Nigeria. If, despite our advice, you undertake travel within Nigeria, research routes and get professional security advice and support before departing.
“We advise you reconsider your need to travel to Nigeria overall, including the capital Abuja and surrounding areas, due to high threats of terrorist attack and kidnapping, the volatile security situation, possible violent civil unrest and high levels of violent crime.
“Do not travel to Adamawa, Anambra, Akwa Ibom, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Niger, Plateau, Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba, Yobe and Zamfara states.”(Blueprint)
