The U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General remains closed today, January 9, as a mark of respect for former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 100.
Carter, who served as the 39th U.S. President from 1977 to 1981, was widely admired for his dedication to humanitarian causes after leaving office.
His efforts earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.
In Washington, Carter’s flag-draped casket was carried through a ceremonial funeral procession from the U.S. Navy Memorial to Capitol Hill, tracing a symbolic route.
It now lies in state at the Capitol’s rotunda, where citizens have been paying their respects ahead of his national funeral later this week.
The Embassy’s temporary closure serves as a moment of reflection on Carter’s enduring legacy of public service and global impact.
