Travellers on the Benin Road in Nigeria have taken drastic measures to escape a massive gridlock, creating makeshift paths through the bush to continue their journey. The badly damaged section of the road, one of the country's major highways, has left commuters stranded for hours, sparking heated reactions and debate across social media.
Gridlock Chaos on Benin Road
The Benin Road, which links the South-South, South-East, and parts of the South-West, has been plagued by poor road infrastructure and frequent gridlocks. Motorists have repeatedly complained about its condition, with gridlocks becoming a regular experience, especially during festive periods and after heavy rainfall.
The deteriorating condition of the road has left many commuters frustrated, with some taking to social media to express their anger and disappointment. A viral video of the incident has sparked outrage and debate, with many Nigerians blaming poor road maintenance and bad governance.
Nigerians React to Gridlock Crisis
The video, which has been circulating on social media, shows people abandoning the road and forcing their way through nearby bushes in a desperate attempt to continue their journey. Many Nigerians have taken to social media to express their anger and frustration, with some blaming the federal government for the poor condition of the road.
One user wrote: "They should go through it. Some of them there voted for Tinubu, some didn't vote at all… So, it will anger them to go all out and vote, come 2027 presidential election." Another person said: "Funny how everyone under the comment section blamed the federal government while they forgot the state government duty is more vital in a state."
Criticism of Government Priorities
The incident has also reignited political conversations ahead of the 2027 general elections. Many Nigerians have questioned the government's spending priorities, with some arguing that public funds meant for infrastructure have been diverted to build large complexes and hotels by politicians.
One commenter alleged that money meant for road projects has been used to build hotels, writing: "Money meant for those projects has been used in building large complexes and hotels by politicians. Keep supporting them. We need revolution or else Nigeria will collapse to the ground."
Calls for Accountability
Others have expressed frustration over how citizens adapt instead of demanding accountability. One user wrote: "What we Nigerians are always good at, push us to the wall, we will find a way to break it and enter inside instead of pushing back. They are creating that pathway to escape the gridlock so as to continue supporting our oppressors."
The video continues to attract thousands of reactions as many Nigerians express concern over the deteriorating condition of one of the country's busiest highways.
Source: Pulse.ng
