Outrage as Soldiers Allegedly Extort Drivers, Cause Gridlock on Busy Lagos Road Commuters along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway were left stranded on Wednesday following severe traffic gridlock reportedly caused by military personnel and other uniformed officials engaging in extortion. According to eyewitness accounts and reports from Sahara Reporters, uniformed men set up multiple checkpoints, allegedly demanding bribes from commercial drivers and motorists. This illegal activity led to long queues, disrupted movement, and left thousands frustrated under the scorching sun. Many Lagosians took to social media to voice their anger, calling for immediate government intervention and accountability for those involved. The incident has reignited calls for reform in the nation’s security forces and better oversight of checkpoints. #LagosTraffic #LagosAbeokutaRoad #MilitaryExtortion #TrafficGridlock