{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/nigeria/benin-city","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T17:48:14.111Z","place":{"city":"Benin City","country":"Nigeria","countryCode":"NG","lat":6.33815,"lon":5.62575},"safety":{"score":35,"level":"CAUTION","answer":"Caution advised","saferThanPctOfCountries":20,"confidence":0.87,"caps":[{"max":44,"reason":"Level 3 advisory — reconsider travel"}],"databaseScore":34,"travellerSentiment":{"score":41,"label":"Cautious","summary":"Despite some reports of Nigerians traveling despite fears, official advisories and crime indices indicate a generally cautious sentiment regarding safety for visitors.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":30,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":34,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":45,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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While some local reports attempt to downplay specific incidents, the overall risk environment is elevated due to crime and potential instability.","robberyRisk":{"level":"High","note":"Failing roads are reported to be fueling kidnapping and armed robbery risks, particularly on routes like Lagos-Benin."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While specific pickpocketing data for Benin City is not available, general crime indices suggest a moderate risk in urban areas."},"safeAreas":["GRA (Government Reservation Area)"],"avoidAreas":[],"scams":["Bribery during interactions with public officials is a reported issue.","Be aware of potential scams related to art and cultural institutions, as recent protests have occurred."],"zones":[{"name":"GRA (Government Reservation Area)","level":"safe","note":"Generally well-maintained and more secure due to official presence."},{"name":"Oredo","level":"caution","note":"A central district with mixed commercial and residential areas; exercise vigilance, especially at night."},{"name":"Egor","level":"caution","note":"Busy commercial and residential area; be aware of your surroundings and petty crime."},{"name":"Ikpoba-Okha","level":"caution","note":"Can have areas with higher crime rates; avoid poorly lit or isolated spots after dark."},{"name":"Uvwie","level":"caution","note":"A large, diverse area; maintain situational awareness, particularly in crowded markets."},{"name":"Evboriaria","level":"caution","note":"Residential and commercial; usual precautions against petty theft apply."}]}}