Tinubu’s govt downplays US advisory on insecurity in Nigeria

‎The Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has downplayed a recent advisory by the United States authorising the departure of non-emergency personnel from its embassy in Abuja.

‎The government described the move as precautionary and based on internal protocols.

‎In a statement issued on Thursday, the Federal Government said public institutions remain fully operational across the country.

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‎It said there has been no disruption to governance, economic activity, or daily life, adding that security operations have recorded measurable gains in several regions.

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‎It said the improvements are driven by coordinated military efforts, intelligence-led interventions, and enhanced inter-agency collaboration.

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‎Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, said the US decision does not reflect the overall security situation in Nigeria.

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‎“While we acknowledge isolated security challenges in some areas, there is no general breakdown of law and order, and the vast majority of the country remains stable.

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‎“Our security agencies remain actively engaged in protecting lives and property, and the results of these efforts are increasingly evident,” he said.

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‎He said Nigeria remains open for business, travel, and investment, adding that ongoing economic reforms are strengthening investor confidence and improving the country’s global standing.

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‎He said international partners and investors continue to engage actively with Nigeria, noting that countries have the right to issue travel advisories based on their assessments.

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‎“We encourage our international partners to continuously engage with Nigerian authorities to obtain a more comprehensive and current understanding of the situation on the ground,” he said.

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‎The Federal Government reiterated its commitment to sustaining security improvements and assured citizens and the international community that Nigeria remains a safe and welcoming destination.

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