By David Kabiyesi
United Kingdom government has advised its citizens against travelling to Anambra State and five other South-East regions, iwitnesslive.com can report.
The warning is coming two days after gunmen opened fire on the convoy of United States consulate workers in Anambra.
The travel warning was posted on the UK government website on Thursday, May 18, 2023, charging its citizens to avoid trips to Anambra, Delta, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom, Rivers and Cross River states.
“The FCDO advise against all travel to the riverine areas (ie the river and swamp locations accessible by boat, but not by road) of Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Cross River States.
“The FCDO advise against all but essential travel to Abia State and non-riverine areas of Delta, Bayelsa and Rivers States and now also to Anambra State in the Ogbaru area, close to Delta state.
“This follows an attack on a US diplomatic convoy on May 16, 2023. The incident is under investigation.
“Secessionist groups are active in the South East and attacks and violent clashes often occur with the military and other security forces.
“Although foreign nationals are not normally targeted, there is a risk you could be caught in an attack. You should be alert to local government announcements and media reporting.” the advice read
