The Nigeria Police Force has said it is not aware of any security alert issued by the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria warning of an impending attack on the Nigeria capital city, Abuja.
Force PRO, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, while reacting to LEADERSHIP inquiry yesterday, said he was not aware of any security alert.
The Force PRO who did not talk more on the issue, simply replied to our message with, “Not aware” when asked of plans by police to curtail the attack.
Meanwhile, the Department of State Services (DSS) also declined to comment or respond to messages sent to them on the security alert yesterday.
The U.S. Embassy had issued security alert to its citizens yesterday, October 23, 2022, noting that there was impending terrorists attack on public places in Abuja.
Part of the alert stated: “There is an elevated risk of terror attacks in Nigeria, specifically in Abuja. Targets may include, but are not limited to, government buildings, places of worship, schools, markets, shopping malls, hotels, bars, restaurants, athletic gatherings, transport terminals, law enforcement facilities, and international organizations. The US Embassy will offer reduced services until further notice.
“Actions to Take: Avoid all non-essential travel or movement, stay alert, avoid crowds, review your personal security plans and keep your cell phone charged in case of emergency and carry proper identification.”
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