A brazen daylight robbery occurred this afternoon on the expressway leading to Ekiti State, leaving commuters in shock and fear.
The incident, which took place around 2:50 PM, saw armed robbers intercepting vehicles and forcibly taking valuables from the passengers.
Tragically, a pregnant woman was shot during the robbery. Eyewitnesses reported that the woman, who was traveling with her husband, was shot by one of the robbers when she attempted to shield her belongings.
She was immediately rushed to the nearest hospital by Good Samaritans at the scene.
As of the latest updates, doctors are still working tirelessly to save her life, but they have yet to confirm if she will survive the critical injuries. The incident has sparked outrage among residents and travelers, calling for increased security measures on the expressway.
Local authorities have launched an investigation into the robbery, vowing to bring the perpetrators to justice. Meanwhile, the community prays for the swift recovery of the injured woman and for the safety of all travelers.
