Traffic on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway was thrown into chaos on Wednesday after a truck driver allegedly blocked both lanes at the Ogere axis to protest what he called extortion by officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC).
Stranded motorists said the driver claimed FRSC personnel had confiscated his truck battery, prompting him to obstruct the Ibadan-bound lane. Other truck drivers soon joined the protest, extending the blockade to the Lagos-bound section and bringing movement to a complete halt.
Police and Nigerian Army personnel were deployed to restore order, but attempts to clear the road were reportedly resisted by the protesting crowd, delaying any immediate resolution.
