US warns: Terrorists may attack Lagos

The United States has warned its citizens of planned attacks on Sheraton hotels in Lagos. The country also warned its nationals against going to Yobe, Adamawa and Borno states.

The hotels, owned by Starwood, are the Sheraton Hotel and Towers Lagos and the Four Points By Sheraton Lagos.

The US Consul General in Lagos, in an alert on the website of the US Diplomatic Mission to Nigeria on Friday, warned American residents and those coming into the country to avoid certain places in the country.

It reads, “The Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Nigeria and recommends that U.S. citizens avoid all travel to Adamawa, Borno, and Yobe states because of the May 14, 2013 state of emergency proclamation for those three states by the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“As of late April, groups associated with terrorism allegedly planned to mount an unspecified attack against the Sheraton hotel in Nigeria, near the city of Lagos. There was no further information regarding which of the two Sheraton hotels in Lagos was the possible target or if both of the Sheraton hotels are possible targets.

“There is no further information regarding the timing or method of attack. U.S. citizens are cautioned to avoid these hotels at this time.

“The security situation in the country remains fluid and unpredictable. The U.S. Department of State strongly urges U.S. citizens in Nigeria to keep personal safety and health in the forefront of your planning.”

The embassy urged US citizens to review their personal security plans and to remain conscious of their surroundings, including local events. It also told them to monitor local news stations for updates, to maintain a high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to enhance your personal security.

However, Starwood management, owners of the Sheraton hotels, said the hotels were on the alert to protect its customers and the facilities.

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6 Responses to “US warns: Terrorists may attack Lagos”

  1. Unknown's avatar

    This is just so funny! America is yet to state their interest in the NIgerian politics, how did America know this attacks and possible places? America please LEAVE NIGERIA AND NIGERIANS ALONE. It is clear these people (Americans) are out to reduce Nigeria to nothing. The earlier we begin to do things foe ourselves and fight our on battles the better for us. They cover their own errors making their country look like its without issues buh try to rubbish Africa. I have lived in the USA and London for over 22 years and am back home, home is the best I must tell you. I think Boko-haram is POLITICAL and I see politics as a DIRTY GAME…

  2. Unknown's avatar
    Godwin E Samson Reply May 4, 2014 at 16:42

    Let dem come lagos pls. We ar waitin 4 der

  3. Unknown's avatar

    Ubi My people do not panic just give god d glory cos he der to fight our battle diz tym

  4. Unknown's avatar
    Austin Enenmoh Reply May 4, 2014 at 16:41

    Our security agents should take note to avoid the story that touches the hart.

  5. Unknown's avatar

    God will protect us

  6. Unknown's avatar

    Not only Lagos, nowhere is safe, they can strike in any city at any time

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