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Nigeria House, 9 Northumberland Avenue, London WC2N 5BX.
Telephone: 020 7839 1244 Fax: 020 7839 8746
Email: hc@nigeriahc.org.uk

PRESS STATEMENT

The High Commission of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the United Kingdom wishes to inform the Nigerian Community in the United Kingdom that the High Commission is closely monitoring the ongoing protests and riots taking place in various towns across the United Kingdom, following the stabbing incident that occurred in Southport on 29^th July 2024. The riots, which have assumed a violent and disorderly outlook as evidenced by reported attacks on Law enforcement agents and damages to properties and infrastructure, may spread across the country

To this end, the Nigerian Community is advised to be extra vigilant, stay away from protests areas and avoid large gatherings. They can also reach out to the High Commission in case of emergencies or with a view of passing information that could be of interest to the following contacts: +44 20 7839 1244 or hc@nigeriahc.org.uk; cc: consular@nigeriahc.org.uk

The High Commission will strive to keep the Nigerian Community in the UK informed of any development as the situation unfolds.  

Nigeria High Commission,

London.