Road in Anambra state that leads to Awka cut into 2 by erosion(PHOTOS)


Due to the incessant rain, a road in Anambra state that links commuters to Awka, the state capital yesterday divided into two after a heavy downpour. The Nibo-Umuawulu-Awgbu road is a major road that links commuters and communities within to Awka. Commuters now find it difficult to get across make their daily dealings. Government urgent attention is highly needed to fix and make it easier for the people.


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