U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria
Recent News About U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria
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U.S. Embassy issues alert for Abuja during President Tinubu's attendance at National Mosque
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja has issued a security alert advising individuals to avoid the National Mosque.
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U.S. Embassy in Nigeria issues alert over potential protests
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja has issued a security alert for possible demonstrations in Abuja and other major Nigerian cities.
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U.S. promotes California wines to boost trade with Nigeria
Lagos – A trade promotion event organized by the Foreign Agricultural Service of the U.S. Mission, in collaboration with the California Wine Institute, took place to connect 18 California wineries with the Nigerian business community.
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Nigeria hosts its first national spelling bee final
History was made in Lagos on March 14, 2025, as Amazing-Grace Ahuoyiza Ebiebi Salami, an 11-year-old student from Greenpath Preparatory School in Abuja, emerged as Nigeria’s first Spellingbee In Nigeria (SpIN) National Champion.
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U.S. Mission condemns killing of Reverend Father Sylvester Okechukwu in Nigeria
The U.S. Mission has expressed deep concern over the killing of Reverend Father Sylvester Okechukwu in Kaduna State, Nigeria.
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U.S. consulate supports Nigerian technicians through new mentorship program
The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, in collaboration with the Field of Skills and Dreams VTE Academy, has initiated the Emerging Technicians Conference.
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U.S. condemns Boko Haram; ensures aid reaches intended recipients
The United States has reiterated its condemnation of the violence and disregard for human life by Boko Haram and other terrorist groups in Nigeria and the surrounding region.
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Nigeria braces for nationwide protests over telecom tariff hikes
The Nigeria Labor Congress (NLC) has announced plans for nationwide protests on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
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US Embassy in Abuja announces sealed bid auction sale dates
The United States Embassy in Abuja is set to conduct a sealed bid auction sale of used furniture, appliances, and empty shipping containers.
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Marco Rubio outlines new priorities for U.S. State Department under Trump
Serving as the United States' 72nd Secretary of State, Marco Rubio has outlined the priorities and mission for the Department of State under President Trump's administration.