Residents of Sagante Jaldesa in Saku Constituency, Marsabit County, on Monday staged a peaceful protest over the deteriorating condition of the Badassa–Saku road, calling on the national government to urgently rehabilitate the key transport route.
The demonstrators said the road has remained in a poor state for years despite repeated promises by the government to repair it.
According to the residents, the Badassa–Saku road is a vital link connecting Marsabit, Isiolo, and Wajir counties, making it crucial for trade, transportation, and security.
They argued that its poor condition has disrupted the movement of people and goods while exposing motorists, passengers, and pedestrians to criminal attacks.
The protesters also reminded President William Ruto of his pledge made last month during a meeting with Marsabit leaders at State House, Nairobi, where he announced that KSh100 million had been allocated for the rehabilitation of the road.
However, they said no rehabilitation work has commenced.
To press their demands, the residents briefly blocked the road using logs and stones, insisting that the demonstration was peaceful and intended to compel the government to act.
They warned that the condition of the road would be a key factor in how they vote in the 2027 General Election, saying they are demanding action rather than promises.
The protesters vowed to keep the road closed until they see tangible rehabilitation works begin.
