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Warden Message: Lagos Expatriate Targeting
Consular Affairs Bulletins
Sub-Saharan Africa - Nigeria
19 Mar 2007
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U.S. Consulate General Lagos issued the following Warden Message on March 19:
Over the last few weeks, expatriates have been the target of various acts of violent crime in Lagos. These crimes include carjacking, muggings, assaults, and burglaries. The U.S. Consulate General Lagos is recommending that all Americans exercise due caution while traveling in Lagos, including Ikoyi and Victoria Islands.
Based on the locations of some of these crimes, we recommend that particular roadways and intersections be avoided to the extent possible during the hours of darkness. These areas include:
1. AMHADU BELLO WAY (BAR BEACH ROAD)
2. LEKKI EXPRESSWAY (Beyond the Palms Plaza)
3. AWOLOWO ROAD (Underneath the Falomo Bridge)
During recent political rallies in different areas of the city, there have been incidents of violence and property destruction. Some of these political gatherings also have caused severe traffic congestion and delays. Although expatriates have not been specifically targeted in these disturbances, Americans should avoid large public gatherings and demonstrations due to the possibility that they and their vehicles may inadvertently be placed in harm's way. American citizens should maintain a high level of security awareness at all times when traveling in any part of the city.
We continue to advise all Americans to review their security procedures, remain vigilant to their surroundings, and report specific incidences of targeted violence to the U.S. Embassy in Abuja or the U. S. Consulate General in Lagos.
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