Nigeria Establishes Cross-State Security Force After Highway Attack

Governors of Nigeria's Abia and Imo states have launched a joint security taskforce. This new unit will patrol the critical highway connecting the two southeastern regions. The announcement follows a recent armed attack on the road. Gunmen targeted travelers, highlighting urgent security concerns. The joint taskforce aims to deter criminal activity and improve safety for all road users. It represents a coordinated, regional response to escalating insecurity. Officials have not yet detailed the taskforce's size or operational timeline. The move underscores the growing challenge of violence on inter-state travel routes.