A consulting firm specializing in African affairs, SB Morgen (SBM) Intelligence, has pinpointed eight locations in Nigeria that are deemed the most hazardous regarding security threats.
These areas include Port Harcourt, Lagos, Maiduguri, Jos, Calabar, Kano, Eleme Junction in Rivers State, and Onitsha.
SBM’s analysis underscores significant urban centres and thoroughfares that are vulnerable to theft, assaults, and other dangers, providing essential information regarding the nation’s security landscape.
The report indicates that Port Harcourt is the most dangerous city, with 85 documented incidents, predominantly involving violent offences such as armed robbery and kidnapping.
Following Port Harcourt, Maiduguri is noted for 52 incidents, largely due to persistent insurgent activities. Lagos has reported 32 incidents, with urban crime primarily occurring in densely populated regions.
The SBM report indicates that the Makurdi-Jos route is facing significant challenges, characterized by a combination of youth gang violence and conflicts between farmers and pastoralists.
These occurrences frequently result in roadblocks and assaults on drivers, underscoring deficiencies in government security measures, as noted in the report.
Cities such as Jos, Calabar, and Kano reported between 18 and 23 incidents each, with communal violence and urban theft being prevalent issues in the security environment.
Naija News understands from the report that Eleme Junction in Rivers State, a crucial transportation centre, was responsible for 16 incidents, while the busy trade routes in Onitsha recorded 15 instances of theft and related offences.
The report further revealed that the Port Harcourt-Warri route has now become more perilous than the Abuja-Kaduna highway, particularly due to the rising incidents of kidnapping for ransom.
Infrastructural shortcomings were also highlighted, with 84.6% of respondents reporting experiences or knowledge of security incidents along their travel routes. Only 42% deemed the roads to be somewhat safe, and a mere 2.4% classified them as very safe.
The survey pointed out issues such as potholes, inadequate drainage, and traffic congestion, which contribute to road dangers. It called for enhanced security measures to protect travellers and improve road infrastructure.
The situation on Nigeria’s roads remains precarious, with inconsistent maintenance and irregular police presence leaving both residents and travelers at risk.
The findings stress the critical need for strategic actions to tackle these issues and promote safer travel across the country.
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