The United States Embassy in Nigeria has cancelled all visa appointments scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2026, in Abuja, citing a high likelihood of protests in the Federal Capital Territory.
In a statement published on its website, the embassy warned of “potential demonstrations” linked to the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran, advising American citizens in Abuja to remain indoors.
“The U.S. Embassy in Abuja informs U.S. citizens that there is a high potential for protests in Abuja tomorrow, March 4, 2026, due to the current conflict with Iran.
“Previous protests by some groups have resulted in violent clashes between the groups and Nigerian security forces. The Embassy strongly recommends that all U.S. citizens in Abuja remain in their residences on Wednesday, March 4,” the notice stated.
The security advisory follows reports that U.S.-Israel airstrikes killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, along with several senior Iranian officials.
The development reportedly prompted swift retaliation from Tehran, which launched multiple missiles targeting U.S. military bases in Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia, while vowing to avenge the deaths of its top officials.
The conflict, which began with coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes over the weekend, has now entered its fifth day, with tensions showing no immediate signs of easing.
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