The [Ijumu Development Union (IDU)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ijumu) has formally asked the [federal government](https://www.nigeria.gov.ng) and relevant agencies to urgently repair the severely deteriorated Kabba‑Iyara‑Iyamoye stretch of the [Kabba‑Omuo federal road](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federal_highways_in_Nigeria), after the route became virtually impassable and now forces commuters to spend hours instead of minutes.
**Why is the road critical?**
National President Ahmed‑Ade Fatai told reporters that the road, which once allowed a quick few‑minute journey, now forces drivers to endure several hours of travel. He described the condition as “virtually impassable,” highlighting the dramatic increase in travel time.
**Who is affected?**
The union noted that commercial drivers, farmers, traders, students, workers and families who rely on the corridor for daily activities are all suffering. With the main artery blocked, many commuters are forced to take longer detours through neighbouring communities and states, raising fuel expenses and overall transportation costs.
**What does this mean for agriculture?**
Ijumu is predominantly an agrarian area, and the union stressed that poor road conditions hinder the movement of farm produce from rural villages to major markets. The lack of a reliable link threatens both farmers’ incomes and regional food supply chains.
“The road is not merely a stretch of pavement. It is a vital economic and social link upon which thousands of people depend,” the union asserted.
**What actions have been taken by authorities?**
The state House of Assembly, on 9 September, called for the immediate rehabilitation of the Kabba‑Omuo road and urged the [Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA)](https://ferma.gov.ng) to commence palliative works. The union also referenced the June 2026 approval of a ₦24.7 billion rehabilitation project for the Kabba‑Ifaki‑Ado Ekiti road, pointing out the disparity between announced projects and the reality on the ground.
**Why is there still a gap?**
Despite the stated interventions, the union said the Kabba‑Iyamoye axis remains extremely difficult to access. It highlighted a lack of clear information on the scope, status, start date and expected completion of the proposed works.
**What does the union demand now?**
IDU is urging authorities to provide transparent details about the rehabilitation plan and to carry out immediate palliative repairs that would make the road passable. “The people of Ijumu are not asking for special treatment. They are asking for a functional transportation link that allows communities to remain connected,” the union added, calling on the federal and state governments, FERMA and elected representatives to coordinate efforts and restore the road for agriculture, commerce and other economic activities.