The United States government has issued a fresh travel advisory warning its citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria, citing widespread crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and unreliable access to healthcare services.
The advisory, published on July 15, 2025, by the US Mission in Nigeria, reflects ongoing concerns about security and safety conditions in the West African nation.
“Reconsider travel to Nigeria due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, armed gangs, and the inconsistent availability of health care services,” the advisory states.
While such warnings are not uncommon, the timing of this latest notice underscores heightened anxieties around security in Nigeria, where incidents of violence, abduction, and attacks by armed groups have continued to make headlines in recent months.
The advisory also serves as a formal notice to American citizens living in or planning to visit Nigeria, urging them to exercise increased caution and remain informed about local developments.
As of the time of this report, Nigerian authorities have not publicly responded to the updated advisory.
The US State Department routinely updates its travel guidance for countries based on real-time assessments by diplomatic missions and intelligence agencies. Nigeria is currently listed under a Level 3 advisory, which means “Reconsider Travelling.”
