US allowing some Nigeria embassy staff to evacuate over 'deteriorating security situation'

The U.S. Department of State authorized the evacuation of non-emergency staff from its embassy in Abuja due to a deteriorating security situation in Nigeria, linked to threats from Boko Haram and recent attacks. The State Department maintains a Level 3 travel advisory for Nigeria, highlighting risks of terrorism and civil unrest, while U.S. troops and drones are deployed to support Nigerian security efforts.