The U.S embassy issued an early Wednesday alert for Americans in Abuja to stay indoors and avoid crowds, citing risks from past violent clashes during demonstrations by groups like the Islamic Movement in Nigeria.

This follows IMN protests in several cities since Monday, condemning the recent U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites, leadership, and navy, amid reports of Iranian retaliation and unconfirmed claims of their leader’s death.

U.S mission post on X read: “Due to the potential for protests in Abuja, the U.S. Embassy in Abuja has cancelled all visa appointments on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Applicants will be contacted with information on how to reschedule. Please monitor our website and social media channels for further updates.”

Visa applicants faced frustration from cancellations after costly travel, while petrol prices surged due to global oil disruptions; consular services stay open only for emergencies.

U.S. Embassy In Abuja Cancels Visas Amid Protest Alert Over Middle East Conflict

The U.S embassy issued an early Wednesday alert for Americans in Abuja to stay indoors and avoid crowds, citing risks from past violent clashes during demonstrations by groups like the Islamic Movement in Nigeria.

This follows IMN protests in several cities since Monday, condemning the recent U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites, leadership, and navy, amid reports of Iranian retaliation and unconfirmed claims of their leader’s death.

U.S mission post on X read: “Due to the potential for protests in Abuja, the U.S. Embassy in Abuja has cancelled all visa appointments on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Applicants will be contacted with information on how to reschedule. Please monitor our website and social media channels for further updates.”

Visa applicants faced frustration from cancellations after costly travel, while petrol prices surged due to global oil disruptions; consular services stay open only for emergencies.