U.S. Warns Citizens Of Possible Boko Haram Attacks During Easter Celebration In Nigeria

The U.S. Department of State yesterday warned American citizens living in Nigeria over possible attacks that might be carried out by extremists during the forthcoming Easter celebration that will begin on Friday through Monday.This warning came barely 48 hours after the United States issued a fresh travel alert for Nigeria as a result of the bomb blast that reportedly claimed 75 lives and a lot of properties in Nyanya area of Abuja.

 “The Government of Nigeria has declared Friday, April 18 and Monday, April 21, public holidays, and given the history of bombing attacks on weekends (some associated with holidays), as well as the recent bombing in Nyanya on April 14, the U.S. Mission in Nigeria urges all U.S. citizens living and traveling in Nigeria to take extra precautions for their personal security and safety,” said the warning which was made in a statement obtained by our correspondent.