Why Wike can’t be blamed for Abuja flooding – Rep Deputy spokesman, Agbese
Deputy spokesman of the 10th House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has explained why the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike cannot be blamed for the recent flooding in Abuja. Agbese, in a statement on Tuesday, said it was unfair to criticise Wike over the recent flooding in parts of Abuja. Recall that […] Why Wike can’t be blamed for Abuja flooding – Rep Deputy…
The Deputy spokesman of the 10th House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has defended Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, against criticism for recent flooding in Abuja. Agbese claimed it was unfair to blame Wike for the flooding that submerged parts of the city, including Wuse 2, Maitama, and the Central Business District.
The flooding, caused by heavy rainfall over the weekend, led to calls for Wike to be held responsible for the allocation of green areas and waterways. In response, Wike began demolishing structures along waterways in Abuja, including Maitama. Agbese argued that residents also bear responsibility for worsening flooding through improper dumping of refuse in drainage channels.
He urged residents to stop using drainage channels as dump sites, stating that government cannot solve every problem without the cooperation of the people. Agbese likened the situation to the Israelites blaming Moses for leading them to the Promised Land, emphasizing the need for appreciation of transformative leadership.
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