Nigeria security: US approves non-critical staff to leave Abuja embassy over safety risks

The US has authorized the departure of non-emergency staff and their families from the Abuja embassy due to a deteriorating security situation in Nigeria. The State Department also advised American citizens to reconsider travel to the country, citing risks such as terrorism and kidnappings. At least 23 Nigerian states have been placed under a level 4 warning, indicating an unstable and uncertain security situation.