Britain shuts Lagos mission over security fears

Britain has closed its Nigerian High Commission office in Lagos today due to a "security reason" following a US decision to close…

Britain has closed its Nigerian High Commission office in Lagos today due to a "security reason" following a US decision to close its diplomatic missions Nigeria.

"It's as a result of the Americans' decision. . . . We will reopen as soon as we can be clear in our minds that it is safe to do so," he said.

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