I have been invited to a conference in Abuja, Nigeria next spring. Can anyone comment on safety in this area? I have read the U.S. State Department warnings on travel to Nigeria, but was hoping to get advice from someone with first-hand knowledge.
Safety in Abuja, Nigeria
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Hi, I might not be able to help you directly but i have a friend who's been living in nigeria for a very long time. If you want, i could forward you his email and u could ask him any specific questions u might have. Im from India and so is he. Let me know.
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I am an European living in Maytama area in Abuja. In my experience it is quite safe. You have, however, be careful of where you choose to live and walk around. I wouldn't recommend wandering the streets at night.
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