By Nnasom David

The War Against Corruption Initiative International (WACI) has raised concerns over the deteriorating condition of the Iru–Imesi Road in Ondo State, describing the situation as a humanitarian and economic crisis requiring urgent government intervention.

The organisation’s Director of Operations, Thomas Kahinde, made the call after experiencing firsthand the difficulties faced by motorists, commuters, traders and residents who use the route.

Kahinde said what was expected to be a routine journey through the road turned into several hours of frustration after vehicular movement was brought to a standstill due to the poor condition of the road.

He said he was forced to leave his vehicle to investigate the cause of the prolonged gridlock, where he discovered that the road had remained in a deplorable state for an extended period.