Kanu’s Lawyer Ejimakor Laments U.S. Embassy Abuja Closure, Raises Critical Questions

ABUJA — Barr. Aloy Ejimakor, Special Counsel to IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, has raised questions over the U.S. Embassy’s temporary closure in Abuja, suggesting there may be undisclosed developments in the Federal Capital Territory.

“What’s happening (or about to happen) in Abuja that the authorities are not telling Nigerians,” Ejimakor posted on his official X handle. “See how #Lagos suddenly upgraded to ‘temporary’ capital, at least as far as the Americans are concerned.”

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja recently announced a suspension of routine consular services due to “unforeseen circumstances” and redirected applicants to the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos for visa interviews and American Citizen Services. The notice did not specify a security threat or duration.

U.S. missions routinely adjust operations for security reviews, staffing gaps, facility maintenance, or local events. Similar temporary shifts to Lagos have occurred in past years without public disclosure of details.

Ejimakor’s post has drawn attention online, with some users echoing concerns about transparency and others noting that consular service transfers are procedural and not unusual.

Nigerian officials have not linked the embassy’s announcement to any specific incident in Abuja. The Federal Capital Territory remains the official seat of government.

The U.S. Mission advised the public to check its website for updates on when full services will resume in Abuja. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs had not commented on the matter as of press time.