A group of Kiamiteni residents have urged the county government of Nyamira to construct a bridge connecting the area with neighbouring Matunwa village following a tragic incident where a drunk man fell into the river.
Speaking on Sunday after the rescue mission, they said the bridge has become a menace during this rainy season with locals considering using an alternative longer route for fear of the repercussions of using the path.
They said that the path is becoming dangerous to children using the route and people who consume the illicit brew.
“I am appealing to the county government to expedite the construction of a new bridge because it is becoming dangerous for our people to continue using this wooden and improvised bridge,” said Arnold Makworo, who spoke on behalf of the group.
“It is really sad that we have to wait for all these years to have this vital bridge fixed. It is fundamental path to the next village and therefore construction should be done immediately,” he added.
They threatened to paralyse businesses along Metamaywa-Kebirigo road if their demands are not met in a weeks’ time besides demanding that the area MCA Ken Atuti take responsibility.
“Our daily business should not be sabotaged simply because somebody is not executing his duty. We will paralyse transport near Gesima market till our leaders listen to the pressing issue,” he added.
The injured man, Henry Motanya, was rushed to Keroka district hospital where he is being treated of a fractured bone on his left leg.