The Ekiti State Government has urged residents to desist from building houses in flood-prone areas, citing the risks posed by flooding in such locations.
Chairman of Ekiti State Environmental Protection and Watershed Management Agency Board, Bamitale Oguntoyinbo, made this call during an inspection tour of ongoing dredging projects at Inisa, Amutu, Oke Ose, and Mayan rivers in Moba Local Government Area.
Oguntoyinbo lauded Governor Biodun Oyebanji-led administration’s efforts in ensuring the well-being of the residents, especially in the area of flood prevention.
The Board Chairman emphasized the need for proactive measures to mitigate flood risks, advising residents on proper waste disposal to prevent blockages in drainage systems and waterways.
The General Manager of the Ekiti State Environmental Protection and Watershed Management Agency (EKSEPWAMA), Mr. Olukayode Adunmo, explained that the dredging projects were aimed at preventing flooding in Ekiti communities and safeguarding lives and property.
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The EKSEPWAMA General Manager, Mr. Olukayode Adunmo explained that the dredging projects were targeted at preventing flooding in Ekiti communities and safeguarding lives and property.
Adunmo stated that the purpose of the project tour was to give board members firsthand knowledge of ongoing projects, saying, “I had previously presented a report to them in the boardroom, but it is crucial for them to witness the work on the ground for a better understanding of our efforts,” he said.
While appreciating Governor Oyebanji for providing the necessary funds to facilitate the dredging efforts, he emphasized that the objective of the project is to prevent flooding in communities and safeguard lives and property in the state.
The Special Adviser on Special Services, Prince Adewole Ajakaye, emphasized the importance of regular project evaluation in ensuring the timely completion of projects and adherence to contract specifications.
Ajakaye expressed satisfaction with the ongoing dredging project at Inisa River despite the slight extension to the completion time of the project due to mechanical issues with the swamp buggy excavator.