UK shuts embassies over #EndSARS
NEWS DIGEST – The United Kingdom has ordered the closure of its embassies in Nigeria over the #EndSARS crisis as a result of protests across the country.
According to a statement issued on its website on Wednesday, the UK noted that the closure of its offices is to ensure the safety of staff and visa applicants.
The closure will be maintained for an initial 48 hours, while applicants who have already booked appointments have been advised to reschedule.
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“Due to the ongoing protest in Nigeria and for the safety of both staff and applicants, our Nigeria centres will be closed for 48 hours at a minimum,” the statement read.
“For applicants with booked appointments within this period, please you will need to reschedule your appointment for next week, from 26th October 2020.
“We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.”
Although the peaceful demonstrations have been suspended in some states, hoodlums have taken to the streets to launch attacks on government-owned institutions.
