Bomb scare causes traffic chaos on Zamfara highway
Hundreds of motorists were left stranded on the Gusau-Tsafe-Funtua road in Zamfara after rumors spread that bandits had planted explosives along the route. Many drivers abandoned their vehicles or turned back out of fear, while others hid to avoid possible danger. Adamu Mohammed, a local resident, described the panic that ensued among commuters. The police later confirmed that no explosives were found and allowed travel to resume, but anxiety remains high among residents.
What we know
- Motorists parked or abandoned their vehicles on the Gusau-Tsafe-Funtua road due to fears of planted explosives.
- Adamu Mohammed reported that the scare began after rumors of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) being placed by suspected bandits.
- The state police command, through spokesperson DSP Yazid Abubakar, instructed motorists to stay off the road until it was inspected by IED detectors.
- After inspection, police found no explosives and cleared the road for travel.
- Despite the clearance, residents remain fearful due to a previous bomb explosion that damaged a trailer on the same road.
