US Embassy in Nigeria Announces Temporary Closure of Office, Gives Date, Sends Message to Nigerians
- The US Embassy and Consulate General in Nigeria will close on January 20 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the US Presidential Inauguration
- This temporary closure of the two departments was communicated via the official X account of the US Mission in Nigeria on January 19
- Regular services at the US Embassy and Consulate General are expected to resume after the observance of these significant events this week
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The US Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos have announced their closure today, January 20, 2025.
The temporary closure was announced on January 19 via the US Mission in Nigeria's X handle.
The closures will be in observance of Martin Luther King Jr Day and the American Presidential Inauguration.
Source: Twitter
US Embassy, Consulate General announce closure
The announcement on the temporary closures shared via the official X account of the U.S. Mission in Nigeria (@USinNigeria) stated that:
“The U.S. Embassy Abuja and Consulate General Lagos will be closed on Monday, January 20, to commemorate #MLKDay and the U.S. Presidential Inauguration.”
See the X post below:
The notice informed the public of the temporary closure and also indicated that regular services would resume the following day.
The significance of MLK Day, presidential inauguration
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday in America honouring the civil rights leader's contributions to the fight for equality and justice.
The inauguration marks the formal commencement of a new four-year term for the incoming President of the United States - Donald Trump.
What is the United States Embassy in Nigeria?
The United States Embassy in Nigeria is the primary diplomatic mission of America in Nigeria. Located in Abuja, it aims to foster diplomatic relations between the US and Nigeria.
The embassy provides a range of services, including visa processing, consular assistance, cultural exchanges, and support for US citizens residing or travelling in Nigeria.
Additionally, the US Consulate General in Lagos, another key diplomatic office, serves the southern region of Nigeria, offering similar services and fostering bilateral relations.
More about the United States of America
The United States of America (USA) is a federal republic comprising 50 states, a federal district, and several territories. It is located primarily in North America, with Alaska in the northwest and Hawaii in the mid-Pacific.
The capital city is Washington, D.C. Known for its significant cultural, economic, and military influence, the USA is one of the world's leading economies and a global hub for innovation, technology, and education.
It is renowned for its diverse population, vibrant cities, and landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, the Grand Canyon, and Silicon Valley. The USA's political system is based on democratic principles with three branches of government.
US embassy to give 22 organisations N83m
Legit.ng also previously reported that the US Consulate General Lagos has been calling for eligible organisations to submit proposals for its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program.
The program, funded by the US Department of State, aims to strengthen connections between the people of America and Nigeria through projects that highlight shared goals and values.
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