About 4,000 residents in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District of the Savannah Region are facing difficulties accessing healthcare, markets and other essential services following the collapse of the Kunfusi Bridge.
The bridge collapsed for the second time on October 4, 2026, after several days of heavy rainfall, disrupting movement along a key route linking Kunfusi with Kalba, Tuna and surrounding communities.
The route also serves travellers heading towards Burkina Faso and Côte d’Ivoire.
Residents say the collapse has severely affected their ability to access health facilities and transport farm produce to market.
Volunteers have been assisting pedestrians and motorists to navigate the damaged crossing while appealing to the authorities for urgent intervention.
The Assembly Member for the Kunfusi Electoral Area has also called for immediate action to restore access to the affected communities.
Regional Minister inspects collapsed bridge
Savannah Regional Minister Salisu Bia Wurbe visited the site with officials from the Regional Coordinating Council and the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District Chief Executive to assess the extent of the damage.
Speaking to the media after the inspection, Mr Bia Wurbe said the collapse had disrupted access to healthcare and other essential services for a significant number of residents in the area.
He said efforts would be made to reconnect the affected communities while arrangements were pursued for the construction of a new bridge.
The Minister, however, urged residents to avoid using the damaged crossing because of the safety risks it poses.
He advised travellers to use alternative routes where available until a permanent solution is found.
Residents are calling for a swift response from the authorities to restore reliable access to healthcare, markets and neighbouring communities and minimise the impact of the disruption on their livelihoods.
