The Embassy explained that appointments and functions at the consulate office in Lagos are not affected and will continue.
The United States Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria has suspended consular services and appointments in Abuja, the nation's capital till further notice.
The US Mission made this known in a statement released on Tuesday, August 14, 2018, via its website.
“Until further notice, all consular appointments at the U.S. Embassy in Abuja have temporarily ceased for both visa and for American Citizen Services.
“Scheduled visa and ACS applicants for Abuja will be contacted for rescheduling.
“American citizens in northern Nigeria with emergency services needs should continue to contact the after-hours emergency number for Abuja at 09461-4000 and press “0” to go to the operator to request assistance.”
The Consulate advised American citizens in northern Nigeria with urgent travel needs before Tuesday to re-schedule their travel through Lagos.
The Embassy explained that appointments and functions at the consulate office in Lagos are not affected and will continue.
No reason was given for the temporary closure of the U.S. Embassy Abuja’s Consular section.
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