The US Embassy in Abuja has issued a warning to Americans ahead of the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest scheduled for Monday, October 20. The Embassy cautioned that the protest could lead to disruptions and possible violence.
In a statement released on Friday, the Embassy urged US citizens to avoid protest zones and limit movement across Abuja.
“The US Embassy in Abuja informs US citizens that the Free Nnamdi Kanu Now protest has called for peaceful demonstrations on Monday, October 20th, 2025, in Abuja.
“There may be roadblocks, traffic congestion, and confrontations between police and protestors that could turn violent around Eagle Square and the Central Business District.
“The Embassy advises all US citizens to avoid this area and to severely limit all movement throughout the city on Monday, October 20th,” the statement read.
The Embassy also advised domestic staff and schoolchildren to stay home for safety.
“The Embassy recommends children in Abuja stay home from school and domestic staff who travel from outside of Abuja to stay home as well,” it added.
Officials further urged Americans in Nigeria to stay alert and take extra security precautions.
Earlier, on October 9, activist Omoyele Sowore announced the planned protest on his X (formerly Twitter) account. Sowore stated that the demonstration would take place near the Aso Rock Presidential Villa on October 20.
The Embassy’s warning underscores growing concern over public safety during the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow demonstrations in Abuja.
