Travellers stranded on the Benin Road resorted to creating makeshift paths through the bush to escape a massive gridlock. The viral video has triggered heated reactions from Nigerians.
Nigerians trapped on the Benin road are creating extra paths in the bush to escape the gridlock.😭
See the pains and sufferings the people have to go through because of a terrible and irresponsible leadership!✍️ pic.twitter.com/QbwROmpOwT
— Obiasogu David (@afrisagacity) August 24, 2026
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The deteriorating condition of the Benin Road left many commuters stranded, forcing some to trek through nearby bushes to continue their journey. Photo Credit: Oghenovo Egodo-Michael