# US maritime security restrictions on Nigeria lifted > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/us-maritime-security-restrictions-on-nigeria-lifted > Updated: 2026-08-21T01:21:00.000Z. Sources: 25. Developments: 2. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has lifted a 12-year Condition of Entry (CoE) restriction on vessels arriving from Nigeria. The restriction, in place since June 2014, required ships that had visited designated Nigerian ports within their previous five port calls to undergo enhanced security scrutiny and additional measures. The decision follows four assessments conducted by the USCG between March 2024 and April 2026, which indicated significant progress in Nigeria’s maritime security framework and its implementation of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. Nigerian officials noted the removal as a milestone expected to reduce operating costs, minimize inspections, and improve vessel turnaround times. While the security watchlist compliance flag has been removed for Lagos, the region continues to face competitive challenges relative to ports in Abidjan and Tema. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-21: Global news roundup: Diamond League, Hormuz crisis, and regional updates A collection of global reports covering Marileidy Bahamini’s Diamond League pursuit, the Strait of Hormuz crisis, Cherokee health initiatives, and regional updates from Indonesia and Argentina. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lagos-sees-removal-of-12-year-us-security-watchlist-flag ### 2026-08-18: US lifts 12-year maritime security restriction on Nigerian vessels The US Coast Guard has lifted a 12-year security restriction on vessels arriving from Nigeria, a move expected to lower shipping costs and enhance the competitiveness of Nigerian maritime ports. 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/united-states-lifts-12-year-security-restriction-on-nigerian-vessels --- Cite as: US maritime security restrictions on Nigeria lifted. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/us-maritime-security-restrictions-on-nigeria-lifted