Terrorists ambushed a Lagos-bound bus on Kogi’s Kabba-Obajana road late Tuesday night, killing three travelers and injuring several others in a hail of gunfire.
The attack unfolded around midnight as the bus, traveling from Jos, rumbled through the dark stretch of highway connecting northern and southern Nigeria.
Survivors recounted how the terrorists suddenly emerged from the shadows, blocking the road and opening fire without warning.
One passenger took a bullet to the leg, while others scrambled for cover amid the chaos.
A trailing vehicle bore the brunt of the assault, where the three fatalities occurred, leaving families devastated and the road littered with bullet casings.
Eyewitnesses shared harrowing details on social media, painting a vivid picture of the terror.
One survivor, posting from the scene, described the bus riddled with holes and passengers receiving makeshift aid in a nearby village.
Videos circulating online showed the injured being tended to, their faces etched with fear, as the group waited for help that seemed agonizingly slow to arrive.
This isn’t an isolated incident; the Kabba-Obajana corridor has turned into a nightmare for commuters in recent weeks.
Since February, at least five similar attacks have plagued the area, with terrorists kidnapping passengers and sowing fear along this vital route.
Just days ago, another ambush left bodies strewn across the highway, forcing drivers to flee into the bushes for safety.
Locals link these assaults to groups like Boko Haram splinter factions, who have expanded their reach into Kogi’s forests, turning once-busy roads into no-go zones.
Meanwhile, security forces have stepped up efforts, but results remain mixed.
The Nigerian Army recently overran a terrorist camp in the state, rescuing victims and recovering weapons in February.
And earlier this week, troops foiled an attempted attack in Obajana, engaging in fierce gun battles near key sites like the Dangote Cement Factory.
However, these victories haven’t stemmed the tide, as residents blocked roads in protest over unchecked violence, demanding better protection.
On X, formerly Twitter, users expressed outrage and despair, calling for drastic measures like arming civilians to combat the growing threat.
One post lamented, “When will our highways be safe?” echoing a widespread frustration with systemic security failures.
Travelers now avoid night journeys, but even daylight offers no guarantees in this volatile region.
As investigations continue, the incident underscores Nigeria’s broader struggle against terrorism in central states.
Authorities urge vigilance, but for many, the question remains: how many more lives must be lost before real change comes?
