Business travel Daily · Wednesday, 19 August 2026
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Daily Business Travel Briefing: Colombia and Nigeria Risk Updates
In the past 24 hours, the UK FCDO updated travel advice for Colombia and Nigeria, citing security risks, natural disasters, and election-related restrictions. Business travelers should monitor these changes and adjust plans accordingly.
Analysis
For Colombia, the FCDO advises against travel to border areas and the Pacific coast, and the 7.4 magnitude earthquake on August 10 has closed Pereira's airport, with heavy rain expected to cause flooding and landslides. For Nigeria, high security risks in the Northeast and Northwest, plus potential restrictions during Osun State elections, require careful risk assessment. Both updates emphasize safety, and travel managers should ensure employees are aware and have contingency plans.
Key judgment: Travel risks in Colombia and Nigeria have increased, requiring cautious planning. Watch items: Post-earthquake recovery in Colombia and security dynamics during Nigeria's elections.
Industry updates
Colombia travel advice: inauguration and regional restrictions
The UK FCDO updated Colombia travel advice, noting the presidential inauguration on 7 August in Cali, with increased security and expected demonstrations. It also advises against all but essential travel to areas including the Venezuela border and Pacific coast.
Nigeria Travel Advice: High Security Risks in Multiple Regions
The UK FCDO has updated travel advice for Nigeria, highlighting security risks in the northeast, northwest, north-central, and southeast regions. It advises against all travel to Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, Gombe, Katsina, and Zamfara states. All but essential travel is advised against to several other states. Additionally, all passengers must complete an online Health Declaration Form before entering Nigeria.