Following the unrest that triggered most part of Nigeria with police officers still away from duty from the aftermath of the unrest, armed robbers have reportedly taken over some major roads and highways in the country.
According to Daily Trust, the popular Benin-Auchi expressway has been cordoned off by armed men wading dangerous weapons and robbing drivers and passengers of their belongings.
One of the victims recounted that the criminal elements robbed those who could not escape around Obagie-Okhuo community for over three hours without any resistance.
People coming from banks are also reportedly targeted by the armed men who continue to take advantage of the officers’ absence to perpetrate evils.
Another driver said: “We are all afraid of using the road these days because we don’t know when the armed robbers will strike.
“And any time one goes to Auchi or Ekpoma from Benin and come back safely without armed robbery attack, you will have to thank God.”
Police officers in various state have continued to shun duties following an assault on their colleagues and police stations during the EndSARS demonstration
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