Panic as Police shut down MKO Abiola Stadium over security alert

The management of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, has announced the immediate closure of the stadium premises as a result of credible security information it received from the Police Headquarters.

In a statement titled “To All Pitch Users: Moshood Abiola National Stadium Abuja”, the management said that, effective from Monday, 3 August 2026, all entrances to the stadium will be closed down and remain shut until further directive from Police Headquarters.

The statement charged all occupants, including vendors, sportsmen and women, and civil servants, to vacate the stadium premises, adding that security personnel have been deployed to enforce the measure as well as to ensure public safety.

The statement read, “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. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.”