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Country briefing

Nigeria

Part of West Africa & Sahel, which is at Low relative threat (index 30/100). US Level 3: Reconsider Travel

  • 2 incidents
  • 0 severe (4–5)
  • 0 suspected terrorism
  • 0 deaths reported*

In the last 72 hours. *Sum of the highest figure cited per incident in publisher reports; tolls are often revised and may double count.

Official travel advice

UK Foreign Office

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with changes made throughout, including on land borders, street and vehicle crime, withdrawing and exchanging money, financial scams, terrorism in Nigeria, kidnapping for ransom, transport risks, dangers at road checkpoints, taxis and buses, sea travel, swimming safety, North West Nigeria and South East and South South Nigeria (See ‘Entry requirements’, ‘Safety and security’ and ‘Regional risks’ pages).

Updated 10 Nov 2026

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US State Department

US Level 3: Reconsider Travel

Advisory dated 12 Jun 2026

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SENTINEL's threat levels compare news activity between regions; they are not travel advice. Always read the full official advice before you travel.

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Incidents in Nigeria