Ondo State Government has deployed two excavators to clear waterways and prevent flooding in Akure, the state capital.
The intervention, according to the Chairman of Akure South Local Government Area, Gbenga Fasua, was to address flooding in Akure and surrounding communities especially Ajipowo area.
Fasua said the exercise was a proactive measure to ensure flood-prone areas remained safe during the rains.
The council boss cautioned residents against indiscriminate dumping of refuse on waterways, so as not to obstruct water flow.
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He said, “We will take drastic action to address indiscriminate dumping of refuse in waterways. It is a bad habit that must be seriously tackled and dealt with.”
Consultant to the state government on clearing of waterways, Elisah Ebijimi, promised to complete the task on time.
“The state government has ordered us to finish the job on time and we are committed to this,” he added.