The United States Government has raised the alarm over risk of terror attacks in some strategic parts of Nigeria, especially in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
The Department of State Security (DSS) has, however, called for calm, saying it was working with other security agencies to ensure peace and security in the country.
The US Mission in Nigeria, on Sunday, issued a security advisory, pointing out that there may be terror attacks in the country.
In the security advisory released by its Embassy, Abuja, the US Government listed some targets of possible attacks, particularly in the FCT.
“There is an elevated risk of terror attacks in Nigeria, specifically in Abuja.
“Targets may include, but are not limited to, government buildings, places of worship, schools, markets, shopping malls, hotels, bars, restaurants, athletic gatherings, transport terminals, law enforcement facilities and international organisations,” it was stated in the security advisory.
To avoid be targets of terror attacks, the US Mission In Nigeria advised residents to take actions by avoiding all non-essential travel or movement and staying alert and avoiding crowds.
“Review your personal security plans and keep your cell phone charged in case of emergency. Carry proper identification,” the US Mission in Nigeria further admonished.
The DSS, in release, same day, by its Public Relations Officer, Peter Afunanya PhD, fsi, acknowledged the security advisory by the US Government.
It advised all and sundry to take necessary precautions against terror attacks and all forms of terrorism.
It also enjoined the populace to to remain alert and assist security agencies with useful information against security threats of terror attacks and suspicious criminal acts around them.
“The Department of State Services (DSS) has received several enquiries relating to the security advisory issued by the US Embassy in Abuja, today, 23/10/22.
“The public may recall that the Service had variously issued similar warnings in the past.
“While advising that necessary precautions are taken by all and sundry, the populace is enjoined to remain alert and assist security agencies with useful information regarding threats and suspicious criminal acts around them.
“Meanwhile, the Service calls for calm as it works with other law enforcement agencies and stakeholders to maintain peace and order in and beyond Abuja,” Afunanya stated in the release.
