Thousands of residents of the Gauraka community in Tafa Local Government Area of Niger State have blocked the Abuja-Kaduna highway to protest the incessant insecurity in the community.

The protesters burnt tyres and blocked the main highway halting commuters movement on the highway, on Monday morning.

The protesters demanded that the state and Federal Government should boost security in the area and the highway over the incessant attacks.

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The residents are angered that bandits have been picking people up from house to house without any intervention by the security agents in the area.

Despite the presence of the military barracks – Zuma Barracks– in the area the residents said they were helpless and cannot sleep well.

They explained that more than 30 people have been abducted from January to date.

The protesters prevented vehicles from passing on the road.

The situation has led to heavy traffic congestion.