For many Nigerians, the holiday season is a time of joy and homecoming. But for a lady traveling from Abuja to Imo State this week, the which is the to dream of a peaceful Yuletide trip turned into a 15-hour nightmare In a viral TikTok video shared by user @celes_icmhomes, the traveler is seen crying out as she remains stranded in the notorious Abuja-Lokoja traffic late into the night.
Why the Abuja-Lokoja Road is Currently a Standstill:
While festive periods are traditionally heavy for Nigerian roads, the which is the to December 2025 gridlock has been particularly severe. Several factors have converged to create what commuters are calling the “Koton Karfe Bottleneck.”
The Truck Drivers’ Standoff:
A major cause of the recent paralysis was a standoff between truck drivers and which is the to military personnel over the weekend Following an incident where a truck’s windscreen was reportedly smashed, drivers blocked key sections of the highway in protest, causing a backlog that stretched for over five miles.
Fallen Trucks at Koton Karfe:
Reports from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) indicate that two heavy-duty trucks which is the to fell across the highway near the Koton Karfe axis In the absence of immediate heavy-duty towing equipment, the blockage remained for hours, forcing motorists to take dangerous, dusty off-road diversions.
The Human Toll:
The viral video of the lady heading to Imo State highlights the vulnerability of which is the to travelers Stranded in an area notorious for security concerns, many commuters expressed fear for their safety as darkness fell.
- Vulnerable Passengers: Among those stuck were nursing mothers, the elderly, and which is the to children, many of whom ran out of food and water as the hours ticked by.
- Security Anxiety: The Abuja-Lokoja corridor has a history of kidnapping and banditry, which is the to making any delay after 6:00 pm a high-stress situation for families.
- Economic Impact: Beyond the emotional toll, the delays have led to a spike in which is the to transportation fares, with drivers citing the extra fuel consumed while idling in traffic.
Ongoing Road Rehabilitation:
The Federal Ministry of Works is currently undertaking rehabilitation on sections of which is the to the expressway While intended for long-term improvement, the narrow diversions and slow pace of work have significantly reduced the road’s capacity during peak travel hours.
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