The Federal Government has warned Nigerians with existing health conditions to take extra precautions when travelling through Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, after 16 citizens reportedly died in the city this year from complications associated with its high altitude.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed this in a travel advisory issued on Friday, noting that the deaths were recorded by Nigeria’s diplomatic mission in the Ethiopian capital among Nigerians who were transiting through the city. BuyMaps
The ministry explained that Addis Ababa is situated about 2,355 metres above sea level, a geographical condition that reduces atmospheric pressure and oxygen availability, potentially placing some travellers at risk. 
It said although most healthy people could adjust to the environment, those with underlying heart or respiratory conditions might experience serious complications because of the reduced oxygen levels.
The ministry therefore advised travellers with medical conditions that could be aggravated by high-altitude environments to consult health professionals before embarking on journeys through the city.
It stressed that the warning was not aimed at discouraging Nigerians from visiting Ethiopia or using Addis Ababa as a transit point, but to ensure that vulnerable travellers understood the possible health risks and took necessary precautions.
The government urged affected travellers to seek appropriate medical guidance before travelling, adding that awareness of the physiological effects of high altitude could help prevent avoidable health emergencies.
The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to protecting Nigerians abroad through timely travel information and consular assistance, urging citizens to prioritise their health and safety when making international travel arrangements.
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