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We advise:

Reconsider your need to travel to Nigeria overall due to the volatile security situation and threat of terrorism, kidnapping, violent crime and the risk of civil unrest.

Higher levels apply.

Do not travel to:

Adamawa,
Anambra,
Akawa Ibom,
Bauchi,
Bayelsa,
Borno,
Cross Rivers,
Delta,
Federal Capital Territory (excluding Abuja),
Gombe,
Imo,
Jigawa,
Kaduna,
Kano,
Katsina,
Kebbi,
Kogi,
Niger,
Plateau,
Rivers,
Sokoto,
Taraba,
Yobe, and
Zamfara states; due to the volatile security situation and threat of terrorism, kidnapping, violent crime and the risk of civil unrest.

Safety
There's a high risk of terrorist attacks across Nigeria by various militant groups. Attacks could be indiscriminate or may target foreign interests.
Potential targets include places where crowds gather, such as hotels, bars, restaurants, political meetings, government buildings, places of worship, schools, markets, shopping malls, sporting events, transport hubs and networks, law enforcement facilities, international organisations and camps for displaced people.

There have been protests and strikes over the cost of living, and these could reoccur anytime without warning. Avoid all demonstrations, strikes, rallies and gatherings. These can turn violent and have sometimes been met with forceful suppression by security forces, including the use of live fire. Trading and business disruptions have occurred. Maintain stocks of essential supplies.

The kidnapping threat is high throughout Nigeria.

There's a high rate of crime in Nigeria, including violent crime. The homicide rate is very high in many parts of the country. Follow the instructions of local authorities.

You should organise professional security advice and before you depart to Nigeria.

Avoid intercity transport by road and rail due to the high incidence of criminal and terrorist attacks. If you plan to travel within Nigeria, get professional security advice and before departing. Australian officials always use enhanced security measures when they travel. Keep your car doors locked, windows up and valuables out of sight. Arrange airport transfers with someone you know or book a hotel car. Don't use ridesharing services, taxis, or public transport. Don't travel after dark.
Internet romance, friendship and employment scams originate from Nigeria. If you travel to Nigeria as a scam victim, you may expose yourself to the threat of physical harm or theft. Be wary of online from people you don't know. Don't send money until you've checked who you're sending it to.

Be alert to the potential risks around drink spiking and methanol poisoning through consuming alcoholic drinks.

Australia High Commission, Abuja

NIGERIA RETALIATES

TRAVEL ADVISORY FOR NIGERIAN NATIONALS PLANNING TO VISIT AUSTRALIA

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs wishes to advise citizens of the country planning to travel to Australia to take into cognizance the prevailing security situation in some cities. This is imperative for Nigerian travellers and residents in Australia due to reported cases of discrimination, harassment and verbal abuse targeted at foreigners. The unfortunate recent surge in antisemitic and Islamophobic hate crimes in Australia has increased the risk of violence, hence the need for caution.

While Australia is generally known for its multiculturalism and tolerance, incidents of Islamophobia and antisemitism have occurred recently in certain areas. In early December 2024, a disturbing incident occurred in the Sydney suburb of Woollahra, where a car was set ablaze and anti-Israel graffiti was sprayed on nearby buildings. This event is part of a broader increase in both antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents in Australia, coinciding with international conflicts and tensions.

Nigerians are therefore advised to be mindful of the prevailing cultural and social dynamics to ensure their safety and comfort. To this end, extra vigilance and necessary precautions are strongly recommended.

Nigerian travellers and residents of Australia who experience or witness any form of racist attack or harassment should the High Commission of Nigeria at 26 Guilfoyle St, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Canberra, Australia.
Phone: +61262158500. Email: [email protected]

Signed:

Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa,
Acting Spokesperson,
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abuja

Tuesday, 31st December, 2024

FG should stop being petty

Are those listed states in Nigeria not troubled states in of security?

Ebienfa, you should be relieved from your duty for this pettiness on behalf of Nigeria

Btw, if your state is amongst the listed state by Australia and you have been blowing grammar online for years, cover your face in shame. Your grammar and education are useless

This is just to save face, no Nigerian will listen to them

You cannot compare a first world country to what we have here

The height of foolishness.
Any Nigerian that wishes to travel to Australia will laugh over this.


See the fools being recruited by Timlubuu.

They think Australia is an opposition party in Nigeria.

Hehehe! Watch the travel influx into Australia and the one back to Nigeria to confirm who is wise and unwise between the Australian and Nigerian government

Nigeria is a joke

Canada also issued a travel advisory to citizens heading for Nigeria;

Nigeria - AVOID NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL
Avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria, including in Abuja, due to the unpredictable security situation throughout the country and the significant risk of terrorism, crime, inter-communal clashes, armed attacks and kidnappings.

This advisory excludes the cities of Calabar and Lagos, where you should exercise a high degree of caution.

helinues:

Btw, if your state is amongst the listed state by Australia and you have been blowing grammar online for years, cover your face in shame. Your grammar and education are useless

Australia is not the only country. Canada released their own too.

Kidnapping
Kidnappings of foreign and Nigerian nationals occur regularly throughout Nigeria. The threat is greater in northern, northeastern and southern Nigeria.

Residents and foreigners alike have been abducted, often by small armed groups, and held captive, sometimes for several days, until ransom was paid. In some cases, the victims have been executed or reported missing.

Throughout the Niger Delta states, numerous foreigners, mainly oil and gas facility workers, have been abducted, and, in some cases, killed. Kidnappings for ransom targeting foreigners have increased in the wealthy areas of Lagos and the surrounding states of Ogun, Osun and Ondo.

The kidnapping threat has also increased in the Federal Capital Territory, especially in Abuja and its surrounding forested areas, which you should avoid

https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/nigeria

MasterJayJay:





Tell that to Canada.



https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/nigeria

You better no allow the spirit of whataboutism to continue troubling you in the new year .

This news is about Australia. Stick to it

helinues:


You better no allow the spirit of whataboutism to continue troubling you in the new year .

This news is about Australia. Stick to it

The spirit of hypocrisy and spirit of babablu has taken over you, always trying to act clever when their motives are being trashed.

No be you go tell me what to post.

Shove the Whataboutism into your ass.

The topic is about insecurity!!!

MasterJayJay:
. The spirit of hypocrisy and spirit of babablu always trying to act clever when their motives are being trashed.

No be you go tell me what to post.

Shove the Whataboutism into your ass.

Okay. Are you waiting for someone to tell you to stop being incoherent then?

helinues:


Okay. Are you waiting for someone to tell you to stop being incoherent then?

'Incoherent', the new word you learnt in 2024.

I don't expect anyone with IQ less than that of a rat to understand me.

Lol small nyash dey shake . This same Nigeria that cannot secure its border from smuggling by their own customs.

Which kain yama yama be this? Lol, small yansh wan shake.

As if Australia won't be happy if your people you guys frustrated out should stop coming.

Instead working to improve the situation in Nigeria, they're here measuring dick with people that are far above them.

Australia should just lower their visa requirements, let's see who is bluffing

Only three of 19 Northern states are not on the list and those 3 northern states are also plagued by massive herdsmen violence
Benue
Nassarawa
And kwara

they should just bring planes and make it visa free to enter Australia, lets me see if Nigerians would listen to their stupid advice.

botragelad:
Every country has its own problems and insecurities, everybody should issue travel alerts accordingly. The risk of being shot as a black man in the streets of Chicago is more than in the streets of Lagos, The antisemitism in Australia is more than that in Borno, Nigeria. The Islamophobia in Israel is more than any antisemitism anywhere in Nigeria.

One thing many Nigerians won’t realise is that these travel advisories are one of many tools of western imperialism against developing countries they like / don’t like.

A subtle way of controlling tourism flows whilst ignoring the issues in their own countries.

FG is just being petty

The jokes keep writing themselves

This is funny. Western countries are very stupid.
Does australia have a travel warning on the United States with it's daily mass shootings?

FG na mumu

Travel advisory a tool of imperialism

God have mercy!! Nairaland!!!

Iolo:
One thing many Nigerians won’t realise is that these travel advisories are one of many tools of western imperialism against developing countries they like / don’t like.

A subtle way of controlling tourism flows whilst ignoring the issues in their own countries.

MasterJayJay:
The height of foolishness.
Any Nigerian that wishes to travel to Australia will laugh over this.


See the fools being recruited by Timlubuu.

They think Australia is an opposition party in Nigeria.

Me in Australia laughing 😃 😀 😄

Alright

Australia wey far like say person wan go Mars

Ofodirinwa:
This is funny. Western countries are very stupid.
Does australia have a travel warning on the United States with it's daily mass shootings?

Would there be rapid response if there's a mass shooting? If someone is kidnapped in Nigeria can you talk to Nigerian police?

Good one from FG, 2025 no gree for anybody.

Number of people going to Australia just increased including the family of the person that wrote that gibberish.

God1000:
This is just to save face, no Nigerian will listen to them

You cannot compare a first world country to what we have here

50,000 PEOPLE ARE SHOT ANNUALLY IN ''FIRST WORLD'' AMERICA.

DOES YOUR EMPTY HEAD KNOW THAT?

Regarding AUSTRALIA, violence is common.

''An estimated 8 million Australians (41%) have experienced violence since the age of 15. This includes 31% of women and 42% of men who have faced physical violence, and 22% of women and 6.1% of men who have encountered sexual violence.

Organized Crime:

Australia is a destination country for human trafficking, with individuals subjected to sex trafficking and forced labor. The Australian Federal Police (AFP) reported a significant increase in human slavery and trafficking offenses in 2024, with 790 people charged with 1,848 offenses. Reports of human slavery rose by 12% compared to the previous year, totaling 382 instances, including forced marriage, labor, sexual exploitation, domestic slavery, and debt bondage.''

- AI ChatGPT

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So, YES, Nigeria MUST issue warnings to its citizens intending to visit such a dangerous country where nearly half the population has been ''subjected to violence'', with rampant human and sex trafficking, rape, ''forced labour'' (also known as slavery) etc etc.

The question is not whether Nigeria should issue travel warnings against countries like Australia.

The question is why it's taken them so damn long!