Joint police and military teams have successfully cleared the Gusau–Magami–Dansadau Road of explosive threats following a deadly improvised explosive device (IED) attack that killed eight people in Zamfara State late last week.
The Zamfara State Police Command confirmed on Monday that its Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit, working alongside the military and other security agencies, completed a coordinated sweep operation along the affected corridor and declared the road safe for public use. The operation was launched after suspected terrorists detonated an IED on the highway on December 27, 2025, causing multiple fatalities and extensive damage to property.
In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Yazid Abubakar, the command said the clearance exercise was thorough and aimed at preventing further loss of life along the busy route. “Following the unfortunate incident involving the detonation of an improvised explosive device along the Gusau–Magami–Dansadau Road, joint police and military teams carried out an intensive Explosive Ordnance Disposal sweep of the area,” Abubakar said. “The road has now been cleared and declared safe for normal vehicular and human movement.”
The December 27 attack had triggered widespread fear among residents and commuters, forcing motorists to avoid the road while security agencies intensified patrols and technical searches for possible secondary devices. Authorities say the latest operation involved a careful inspection of the highway and surrounding areas to neutralise any hidden explosives and restore confidence among road users.
DSP Abubakar urged residents to remain alert despite the successful clearance, stressing that public cooperation remains critical in tackling security threats. “We encourage members of the public to remain vigilant at all times and to promptly report any suspicious objects or activities to the nearest security agency for immediate action,” he said.
The police reiterated their commitment to working with sister security agencies to protect lives and property across the state, particularly in areas prone to attacks by armed groups. With the road now reopened, security patrols are expected to continue along the corridor as part of broader efforts to deter further attacks and reassure communities affected by the recent violence.
