US Embassy cancels visa appointments in Abuja
The United States Embassy in Abuja has cancelled visa appointments following heightened security concerns linked to tensions surrounding the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei.
The embassy announced that all visa appointments scheduled for March 4 in Abuja were cancelled due to the possibility of protests in the Federal Capital Territory. Officials said the decision was taken as a precautionary measure to protect both visa applicants and embassy staff amid rising tensions connected to the conflict involving the United States and Iran.
According to the notice issued by the U.S. mission, there was a “high potential for protests” in Abuja following developments in the Middle East. The embassy advised American citizens in the city to remain indoors, avoid crowded areas, and monitor local media for security updates.
Authorities also confirmed that affected visa applicants would be contacted with instructions on how to reschedule their interviews. While routine visa appointments were suspended temporarily in Abuja, emergency consular assistance for U.S. citizens remained available.
Security agencies in Nigeria increased surveillance across Abuja as concerns grew that demonstrations could occur in response to the escalating tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran. In recent days, protests linked to the situation in the Middle East have been reported in parts of northern Nigeria, prompting diplomatic missions to tighten safety measures.
The embassy emphasized that the suspension of visa services was temporary and urged applicants to monitor official channels for updates regarding new appointment dates.
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