The Nigerian Federal Government issues a travel advisory warning Nigerians—especially those with pre-existing medical conditions—after 16 Nigerians die in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, this year. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says the warning follows the deaths recorded in the city and urges caution for travellers transiting through Addis Ababa.
Across reports, the deaths are linked to health complications associated with Addis Ababa’s high altitude. While all outlets describe the government’s advisory and the figure of 16 deaths, they emphasize different aspects of the risk: some foreground the medical vulnerability of travellers, while others highlight the high-altitude explanation included in the advisory. The common theme is public guidance aimed at reducing harm during travel through the Ethiopian capital.
Overall, the coverage largely aligns on the key elements—FG’s advisory, the location (Addis Ababa), the number of deaths (16), and the connection to altitude-related health issues—while varying mainly in phrasing and which precautionary angle is most prominent.
