Residents of Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, on Saturday blocked a major road in protest against rising insecurity, particularly a surge in kidnappings and killings across the country.

The demonstrators, made up of civil society groups and concerned citizens, took to the streets of the Federal Capital Territory to express frustration over worsening security conditions. They mounted a road blockade that led to heavy traffic disruption and stranded commuters for several hours.

Protesters carried placards and chanted slogans, calling on authorities to take urgent and decisive action to end the persistent wave of abductions and violent attacks affecting multiple regions.

The protest reflects growing public concern over insecurity in Nigeria, where armed groups have continued to target highways, rural communities, and schools.

Security operatives were deployed to the affected areas to restore order and manage traffic flow as the situation unfolded.

Authorities are yet to issue a detailed response regarding the protest demands. Visit www.jocomms.com for more news.