Niger Delta
Flooding: A’Ibom To Demolish Structures Built On Water Channels
Akwa Ibom State Deputy Governor, Sen. Akon Eyakenyi, has said the State Government will demolish any structure built on water channels in order to avoid flooding and collapse of buildings.
Eyakenyi, made the statement on Wednesday during an inspection tour of flooded areas and blocked drainage systems in Uyo, the State Capital.
The Deputy Governor, who is also the Chairman, Akwa Ibom Emergency Management Agency, urged residents of the city to avoid dumping wastes in drains and water channels.
He urged approving agencies to be cautious in granting approvals for buildings, saying, “buildings shouldn’t be erected on areas marked out for drains.
“Ensure that the land is inspected properly before giving approvals. We have to protect ourselves and the environment. We are listed among flood prone states in 2024 by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency.
“As a government, we have remained proactive towards controlling flooding and minimising its effects on the state,” he said.
He urged residents of flood prone areas to relocate to safer environments for the safety of their lives and property.
Also speaking, Commissioner for Works and Fire Service, Prof. Eno Ibanga, said the state government’s flood control programme was still on stream.
“We are commencing work on the problem areas, we need to channel water properly to avoid flooding”, Ibanga said.
The Tide’s source reports that the team visited Ewet Housing Extension, Gloria Amana and adjoining streets around Osongama Estate.
Also visited were, Methodist Church Cathedral, Itiam Etoi, along Oron Road, and the Nsikak Eduok Drainage.
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