Amid a United States advisory allowing non-essential embassy staff to depart Abuja, the Nigerian Government has moved to reassure citizens and the international community that Nigeria remains secure and fully operational.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, described the U.S. decision as a routine precaution taken under internal diplomatic protocols.
He noted that public institutions across the country continue to operate normally, with no disruption to governance, economic activity, or daily life.
Idris acknowledged that Nigeria continues to face isolated security challenges but stressed that these do not amount to a general breakdown of law and order.
“While we acknowledge isolated security challenges in some areas, there is no general breakdown of law and order, and the vast majority of the country remains stable”, he said.
He added that security operations have continued to yield results across several regions, through coordinated military action, intelligence-led interventions, and stronger inter-agency cooperation.
According to him, recent operations have disrupted criminal networks, weakened armed groups, and improved safety in vulnerable communities.
Despite the concerns, the minister reaffirmed that Nigeria remains open for business, travel, and investment, stressing that ongoing economic reforms are strengthening investor confidence and enhancing the country’s global outlook.
