Mohammed Aboo Plea for Action: Delayed Tarmacking of Dadaab-Garissa Road Is Concerning

Mr. Mohamed Abdi Farah, a Member of Garissa County Assembly for Garissa-Dadaab ward, has urgently called for action regarding the delayed tarmacking of the Dadaab-Garissa Road in an open letter addressed to Dr. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya.

The letter seen by Garissa Today, carries an impassioned plea amidst escalating security concerns along the critical route, which has been plagued by planted improvised explosive devices (IEDs) by insurgents group from neighboring Somalia, leading to the loss of numerous lives, including civilians and armed forces personnel.

Mr. Farah alias Abo said their is urgent need for the tarmacking of the road, citing its strategic importance in facilitating civilian movement and economic activities, as well as enabling swift deployment of security forces to combat terrorism in the region.

“The delay in tarmacking this vital road poses an imminent threat to the safety and security of the residents in the region, as well as to the effectiveness of our security operations,” stated Farah in his letter.

He appealed to President Ruto to intervene personally and prioritize the completion of the project, urging the allocation of necessary resources and coordination of efforts to ensure its timely execution.

“The safety and security of our citizens must be our utmost priority, and any delays in addressing this issue only exacerbate the already precarious situation,” Farah emphasized.

The open letter, signed by Mohamed Abdi Farah and bearing his official office symbols, underscores the gravity of the situation and the urgent need for decisive action from the government.

Residents of Dadaab which recently became a municipality await a response from the highest office. The plea for action serves as a stark reminder of the critical infrastructure needs and security challenges facing communities in Kenya.

Efforts to reach government officials for comments on the matter have been unfruitful.

The delayed tarmacking of the Dadaab-Garissa Road remains a poignant reminder of the intertwined challenges of infrastructure development and security in Kenya.

“The need for concerted efforts to address the root causes and ensure the safety and well-being of all citizens.”