Some ex-militants from the Niger Delta tried to enter the city at around 4 am on Wednesday to complain about their treatment under the Amnesty agreement. However, they were prevented entry into the city by the Nigerian Army.

In retaliation, the militants blockaded the Gwagwalada Road, preventing all entry from the Southern part of the country into the city. The blockade was dislodged at about 12 noon.

Reports say that most of the militants have returned to their places of origin, however, some who remained behind have been granted a meeting with the Minister of the Niger Delta.

However, traffic remains heavy along the Gwagwalada road and the Nigerian Army remains on high alert throughout the city.

The second stage of the amnesty programme started last week as the first batch of ex-militants were transported to a camp in Obubra, Cross Rivers State where they are being trained in various skills.

The special assistant to the president on Niger Delta, Timi Alaibe told the militants that they will also be provided with scholarships to universities after their orientation programme.