Nigerians traveling across the country, whether in commercial buses or private vehicles, must exercise extreme caution, particularly along these major inter-state highways that have become hotspots for armed banditry and kidnapping for ransom.
| Highway | States Affected | Frequency / Concern |
| Okene-Auchi Road (The Flashpoint) | Kogi, Edo | Connects North/FCT to South-South. Known for frequent ambushes on commercial vehicles, including buses and smaller passenger vehicles. |
| Abuja-Kaduna Expressway | FCT, Kaduna | Historically notorious for mass abductions, targeting both private cars and trains. Though security has been increased, the threat remains high. |
| Lagos-Ibadan Expressway | Lagos, Ogun, Oyo | Sections of this major economic corridor, particularly around the forests of Ogun and Oyo states, have seen recurrent attacks on travelers and commuters. |
| Benin-Ore Expressway | Edo, Ondo | A critical route linking the South-West and South-South. Known for kidnapping students, corps members (NYSC), and middle-class travelers. |
| Kaduna-Birnin Gwari Road | Kaduna | Extremely dangerous, often sees large-scale attacks on convoys and villagers, with bandits operating freely from nearby forests. |
| Enugu-Port Harcourt Road | Enugu, Imo, Rivers | Sections of this road, particularly in Abia and Imo states, are prone to attacks, often targeting high-profile individuals or travelers perceived to be wealthy. |
| Lokoja-Abuja Highway | Kogi, FCT | The stretch across Kogi State is a frequent site of abductions, with kidnappers using the rocky terrain for cover. |
| Katsina-Jibia Highway | Katsina | High-risk area in the North-West, dominated by organized bandit groups who regularly block the road for large-scale kidnappings. |
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Safety Advice for Travelers:
- Avoid Night Travel: Criminal activities escalate significantly after dusk.
- Share Travel Details: Inform family and trusted contacts of your itinerary and expected arrival time.
- Drive with Convoy (if possible): Travel with other vehicles where security is a major concern.
- Be Alert: Pay close attention to abandoned vehicles, roadblocks, or suspicious movements on the roadside, and do not stop for unknown persons.
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