 The ECOWAS Commission has issued a security alert to its staff on an alleged plot to infiltrate state capitals, including the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. ECOWAS Commissioner for General Administration and Conference advised staff to limit social engagement and avoid going out at night after work hours. A statement he signed on Sunday says there is a heightened sense of insecurity sweeping across Nigeria lately. He also gave intelligence reports of planned abductions and kidnappings for ransom or the means of getting recruits for terrorist activities. ECOWAS also advised staff to limit in-country travels as much as possible and take appropriate security measures when approaching checkpoints.