The United States Embassy in Nigeria has cancelled all visa interviews scheduled in Abuja for Wednesday, March 4, 2026, citing concerns about possible demonstrations linked to rising tensions between the United States and Iran.
In a notice published on its website, the embassy warned of a “high potential for protests” in the Federal Capital Territory and advised American citizens to remain indoors. It noted that previous demonstrations by certain groups had led to violent confrontations with Nigerian security agencies.
“The U.S. Embassy in Abuja informs U.S. citizens that there is a high potential for protests in Abuja tomorrow, March 4, 2026, due to the current conflict with Iran,” the statement read.
The mission strongly recommended that Americans residing in Abuja stay at home for the day.
The advisory comes amid escalating global tensions following reports from Iranian media confirming the death of Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader.
The reports claimed he died after airstrikes allegedly conducted by U.S. and Israeli forces. Several senior Iranian officials were also reported killed in the attacks.
Tehran has reportedly responded with missile strikes targeting U.S. military installations in Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia, pledging retaliation for the deaths of its top officials.
The conflict, which began with coordinated U.S. and Israeli military operations over the weekend, has entered its fifth day, raising fears of wider regional instability.
While visa services in Abuja were suspended for the day, the embassy has indicated that further updates will be communicated through official channels.
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