Nigeria has entered the season of political rallies in advance of next year�s elections. Political parties will be holding Saturday rallies around the Lagos metropolitan area in the coming weeks. These political rallies have previously caused severe traffic congestion and delays. It is expected this latest round of political rallies will cause much the same. Therefore, it is recommended that Americans exercise caution and avoid areas where there are large public gatherings.
American should 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.
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
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.