Nigerians lament as Abuja-Kaduna gridlock leaves travellers stranded ahead of Eid

Dailypost | 26-05-2026 08:17pm |

Thousands of travellers en route to northern Nigeria for the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations have found themselves stranded for hours on the Abuja-Kaduna Highway due to a severe gridlock that has persisted since Monday. The congestion has impacted both private and commercial vehicles, with the situation exacerbated by increased festive traffic, ongoing road construction, and heavy rainfall in the area. Commuters have expressed frustration as they navigate the delays, which have disrupted travel plans ahead of the holiday. Authorities are being urged to address the issues contributing to the traffic congestion to alleviate the suffering of those affected.

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