Is Ibadan safe to visit right now? (September 2026)

Travel advisories for Nigeria

What the advice says

• The US State Department places Nigeria at Level 3, "Reconsider Travel," a country-level advisory that does not single out Ibadan specifically.
• The UK FCDO notes that terrorist groups are very likely to attempt attacks in Nigeria, with the main threat based in the northeast, though attacks have also been linked to a number of other states in recent years.
• Kidnapping by terrorist groups is described as highly likely in parts of Nigeria, and foreign nationals, including tourists, have been named as potential targets.
• The FCDO advises against carrying large amounts of cash or wearing valuable jewelry, given high levels of street and vehicle crime including armed robbery and carjacking.
• Authorities can impose curfews and communication blackouts with little notice, so staying aware of local announcements and news is recommended.
• Solo travelers and anyone moving around after dark should limit road travel at night, avoid large gatherings and crowded public places, and stay alert to their surroundings, especially during election periods or public holidays.