Akpabio links US embassy closure in Nigeria to Iran
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Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has linked the United States Embassy closure in Nigeria to Iran.
He attributed the move to global security fears saying it has nothing to do with the upcoming election in Nigeria
Recall earlier this month, the United States Department of State had authorised the departure of non-emergency government personnel and their families from its embassy in Abuja, citing a worsening security situation across Nigeria.
In an updated travel advisory, the department said the directive took effect from April 8, 2026, warning American citizens to reconsider travel to the country over rising concerns, including crime, terrorism, kidnapping, civil unrest, and inconsistent healthcare services.
Speaking during the commissioning of the new NRS headquarters in Abuja, Akpabio dismissed claims that embassies were shutting down due to Nigeria election, noting that such assumptions were misplaced.
“Some people say that even now, some embassies are closing down. Not many embassies are actually closing; many of the embassies are afraid of repercussions from their foes.
“For instance, I can say that America is a bit worried about a bomb blast from Iran, and so across the world they have to reduce their staff in case Iran decides to attack their embassies.
“But people are thinking, oh, Nigerian embassies are closing because election is coming. It’s not because election is coming. Election will come and go, and God will protect you,” he stated.
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