In brief
A lumpy white substance appeared on the Abuja‑Kaduna Expressway a few days ago, prompting motorists to stop and snap photos. The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (Nesrea) has collected samples of the foam, surrounding soil and nearby water for lab tests. Preliminary results suggest the foam may have come from a chemical spill following a lorry accident, but its exact contents are still unknown. Authorities have warned people to stay away from the area until the investigation is finished.
White foam on the Abuja‑Kaduna Expressway has drawn crowds and sparked an investigation by Nigeria's environmental agency.
Hundreds of motorists stopped to photograph the strange formation that appeared a few days ago.
The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (Nesrea) warned the public to keep a safe distance while it collected samples of the foam, nearby soil and stream water for laboratory testing.
Preliminary findings point to a chemical spill following a lorry accident, though the lorry's cargo remains unclear.
Officials urge people to avoid the substance until the investigation is complete.
