US Embassy has issued a security alert ahead of #FreeNnamdiKanuNow Protest in Abuja.
NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the United States Embassy in Abuja has issued a security alert to American citizens ahead of the planned #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest scheduled for Monday, October 20, 2025, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
In a statement released on Friday, the Embassy warned that the protest could lead to road closures, traffic disruptions, and potential clashes between security forces and demonstrators, particularly around Eagle Square and the Central Business District (CBD).
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“The US Embassy in Abuja informs US citizens that the Free Nnamdi Kanu Now protest has called for peaceful demonstrations on Monday, October 20, 2025, in Abuja. There may be roadblocks, traffic congestion, and confrontations between police and protestors that could turn violent around Eagle Square and the Central Business District,” the Embassy stated.
The protest, tagged #FreeNnamdiKanuNow, is expected to begin at Eagle Square and proceed through the CBD, with participants marching toward Aso Rock Presidential Villa to demand the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
The march was announced by activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, who described it as a “historic and peaceful demonstration” to pressure the government for Kanu’s release.
“We now have a date for the historic #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest march to the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja. It is October 20 at 7 a.m.,” Sowore wrote on X (formerly Twitter) on October 9.
In its advisory, the US Embassy urged citizens to avoid protest areas, stay indoors, and minimize movement throughout the city during the demonstration. It also advised parents to keep their children at home and discouraged domestic staff commuting from outside Abuja from reporting to work that day.
“The Embassy recommends that children in Abuja stay home from school and that domestic staff who travel from outside of Abuja stay home as well,” it added.
“Avoid areas where protests are taking place. Avoid crowds. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Review your personal security plans and keep your cell phone charged in case of emergency.”
Nnamdi Kanu, who faces terrorism-related charges at the Federal High Court, Abuja, is expected to begin his defence on October 23.
