US embassy in Abuja and Lagos to close on September 2 for Labor Day observance

• The U.S. Embassy in Abuja and Consulate General in Lagos will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of Labor Day
• Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday of September, honours the contributions and achievements of American workers
• The U.S. diplomatic presence in Nigeria dates back to 1960, playing a significant role in supporting Nigeria's development and fostering bilateral relations

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of the U.S. Labor Day holiday.

This annual holiday, celebrated on the first Monday of September, honours the contributions and achievements of American workers and the labour movement.

US embassy announces holiday. Photo credit: X/Joe Biden
Source: Twitter

It is a day dedicated to recognising the social and economic achievements of the American workforce.

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The U.S. diplomatic presence in Nigeria has a storied history, dating back to Nigeria's independence from the United Kingdom on October 1, 1960.

On that same day, the United States established its embassy in Lagos, marking the beginning of formal diplomatic relations between the two nations.

Over the decades, the U.S. has played a significant role in supporting Nigeria's development through various initiatives aimed at strengthening democratic institutions, promoting human rights, and fostering economic growth.

In 1999, following Nigeria’s transition to civilian rule, the U.S.-Nigerian relationship saw substantial improvement.

The establishment of the U.S.-Nigeria Binational Commission in 2010 further solidified this partnership, focusing on key areas such as good governance, regional security, and economic cooperation. The U.S. Embassy in Abuja, which became the capital in 1991, and the Consulate General in Lagos continue to be pivotal in fostering bilateral relations.

US Embassy moves to new service provider

Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that the United States Mission in Nigeria has unveiled a new service provider for Nigerians.

The announcement which was made public on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday showed that, with the new service provider, applicants can apply for their visas as well as book appointments.

Other services include: payment of visa application fee, and account creation.Other services include: payment of visa application fee, and account creation.

Source: Legit.ng