‘Wike didn’t cause Abuja flooding – FCT Minister’s aide replies critics
The Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, Lere Olayinka, has defended the FCT Administration following flooding recorded in parts of Abuja after heavy rainfall on Saturday. Olayinka said flooding was not a new problem in the capital and had occurred before Wike […] ‘Wike didn’t cause Abuja flooding –…
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike's spokesman, Lere Olayinka, has dismissed accusations that he is responsible for recent flooding in parts of Abuja. Olayinka stated that flooding is a recurring issue in the capital, not solely related to Wike's tenure as FCT Minister. He affirmed that heavy rainfall, rather than his actions, caused the recent flooding in areas such as Wuse, Jabi, and Lokogoma.
Olayinka emphasized that the FCT Administration is aware of these challenges and is working to mitigate the risk of future flooding. He noted that Abuja's rapid expansion has strained drainage and infrastructure, necessitating improvements in waste management and planning rules. The spokesman also highlighted the damaging impact of scavengers who remove drainage covers, leaving them susceptible to refuse.
The FCT Administration is currently reviewing the 1979 Abuja Master Plan to better accommodate the city's growing needs. Olayinka stressed that the flooding does not indicate neglect by the administration and that they remain committed to addressing these issues to enhance Abuja's resilience against heavy rainfall.
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