The United States has temporarily shut down its Nigeria Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos.
The US government made the announcement in a statement issued on its X handle.
According to the statement, the US Embassy in Nigeria will be closed on Thursday, January 9, 2025, to mark former US President, Jimmy Carter’s passing.
“We remember former President Jimmy Carter, a tireless advocate for peace, democracy, and human rights.
“As the first US President to visit Nigeria, he strengthened US-Nigeria relations and supported Nigeria’s democratic process. His legacy continues to inspire us.”
Reports has it that Jimmy Carter died at the age of 100 on December 29, 2024.