Nigeria, Sept. 17 -- Residents of communities along the Makurdi-Naka federal road in Benue State have raised alarm over the deplorable state of the road and persistent insecurity, which they say has made life unbearable for daily commuters.

The road, which links Makurdi to parts of southern Nigeria, has deteriorated badly, with deep potholes and muddy stretches that worsen during the rainy season.

Travellers told PREMIUM TIMES that the poor condition exposes them to frequent attacks by armed herders who take advantage of stranded vehicles.

"This road connects to the South and is the shortest route for people in Gwer, but because of the bad condition, many people are forced to travel through Makurdi to Otukpo," said Nguhemen Oryina, a r...