Nigerians planning to travel to the United Kingdom have been cautioned against a possible risk of violent attacks in Britain.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, on Monday, August 5, 20204, issued an advisory urging Nigerians to be wary of an increased risk of violence in the UK.
Ambassador Eche Abu-Obe, the ministry’s spokesperson in a statement stated that given the violence, it is pertinent to alert citizens planning to travel to the UK.
His words, “There is an increased risk of violence and disorder occasioned by the recent riots in the UK, stemming from the killing of three young girls at a concert.
“The violence has assumed dangerous proportions as evidenced by reported attacks on Law enforcement agents and damage to infrastructure.
“To this end, citizens are advised to be extra vigilant, avoid political processions and protests, rallies or marches,” he said.
He also warned against avoiding crowded areas and large gatherings while urging Nigerians to be vigilant and self aware at all times.
Mr Abu-Obe said, “Contact the High Commission with a view to passing information that could be of interest via e-mail and telephone hc@nigeriahc.org.uk, +442078391244.”
He further noted that demonstrations by far-right and other extra-parliamentary groups in parts of the UK in recent weeks have been large and in some cases unruly.
According to him, these disturbances have only been aggravated by the unfortunate deaths of the three girls.
“It has spawned an anti-immigration narrative, with particular emphasis on Muslim immigrants or persons of colour being targeted.
“This advisory remains under review,” Abu-Obe stated.
