Windstorm Damages Kugbo Bus Terminal in Abuja

A severe rainstorm accompanied by strong winds struck the Federal Capital Territory on Tuesday afternoon, damaging sections of the newly constructed Kugbo Bus Terminal in the Nyanya area of Abuja and scattering debris across the busy Abuja-Keffi Expressway.

The storm, which began around 3:30 p.m., tore off large portions of the terminal's roof, sending metal sheets and other materials onto the dual carriageway. This obstruction caused hours-long gridlock on both sides of the highway, a critical route connecting Abuja to neighboring states and satellite towns. Motorists and commuters reported being stranded amid the evening rush hour, with traffic backing up significantly. Witnesses described scavengers braving the rain to collect scattered roofing materials and other debris from the road.

No injuries or vehicle damage were reported in preliminary assessments. The storm also inflicted minor damage to the nearby Nyanya pedestrian bridge and several surrounding buildings, according to officials.

Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike on Public Communications and Social Media, confirmed the incident in a statement. "Windstorm has damaged some parts of the...