The Federal Government of Nigeria has dismissed the recent security advisory issued by the United States Mission in Nigeria, which warned U.S. citizens against unofficial visits to military and government facilities in Abuja due to rising global security concerns.

In a statement, Nigeria’s Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, reaffirmed the safety of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), stressing that the advisory does not reflect the current security realities in the country.

The U.S. Mission, in its advisory, had stated that:

“Due to increased security concerns arising from current global developments, US Mission Nigeria informs US citizens that all US Embassy employees and their families are prohibited from non-official travel to a Nigerian military site or other government venue in Abuja at this time.”

Responding swiftly, the Nigerian government said it had taken note of the advisory but emphasized that Abuja remains safe for citizens, residents, and visitors.

While acknowledging the right of foreign missions to issue advisories to their nationals, Minister Idris maintained that Nigeria’s security agencies are actively working to safeguard lives and property within the capital and across the country.

“The current security architecture in Abuja has not only been proactive but has also recorded significant successes in detecting, preventing, and neutralizing threats,” he stated.

He assured both Nigerians and the international community that the Federal Government remains committed to maintaining peace and stability throughout the nation.