The management of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, has announced the immediate closure of the stadium following a security alert from the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters.

In a public notice issued on Tuesday, the stadium management said it had received credible intelligence from the Police Headquarters indicating a security threat affecting the facility.

According to the notice, all entrances to the stadium were closed from the night of August 3, 2026, and will remain shut until further directives are issued by the Police Headquarters.

The notice said: “This is to inform all individuals currently using or planning to access the Abuja Stadium pitch tomorrow that the Police Headquarters has reliably notified us of a credible security threat affecting the facility.

“Effective immediately, tonight (August 3, 2026), all entrances to the stadium will be closed down and remain shut until further directive from Police Headquarters.

“No entry will be permitted once closure takes effect tonight. All persons currently inside are advised to vacate the premises promptly and peacefully. Security personnel have been deployed to enforce this measure and ensure public safety.

“We urge everyone to remain calm, comply with all instructions from law enforcement, and avoid loitering around the stadium gates. Further updates will be communicated as soon as they are received from the Police Headquarters.”