Abuja flood: ‘Wike definitely worsened problem immensely’ – Senator Kingibe
The senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Senator Ireti Kingibe, has attributed the increasing flooding in Abuja to construction activities on green spaces, flood channels and flood plains. She cautioned that obstructed waterways were limiting drainage options for rainwater. In an interview with ARISE NEWS on Monday, Senator Kingibe stated that she had communicated […] Abuja…
Senator Ireti Kingibe of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has blamed construction activities on green spaces, flood channels and flood plains for the increasing flooding in Abuja. In an interview, she urged relevant FCT agencies to address ongoing construction and criticized its deviation from Abuja's master plan. According to her, many gullies have been built upon, obstructing waterways and exacerbating the flood problem.
She also highlighted the need for immediate action to clear waste and unclog drains to prevent further blockages during heavy rainfall.
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