Edo To Adopt Akwa Ibom, Rivers Flood-control Strategies

Wednesday June 18, 2025|

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, on Tuesday, moved to address the perennial flooding challenges confronting the state, with the commissioning of a team of environmental and hydrology experts to understudy the situation.

The governor stated that the move aims to replicate the control strategy implemented in Akwa Ibom and Rivers States during the administrations of Godswill Akpabio and Nyesom Wike, respectively, as governors.

This is contained in a statement signed by Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Okpebholo, and made available to newsmen in Benin.

The CPS stated that the initiative underscores Governor Okpebholo’s pragmatic approach to governance, which is premised on learning from successful models and replicating tested solutions that deliver tangible results for the people.

He said, “The Akwa Ibom and Rivers states’ models, widely acknowledged for transforming some of Nigeria’s most flood-prone areas into states with efficient flood management systems, stand as credible blueprints for what is possible in Edo State.

“With the rainy season already tilting towards its peak, the timing of the exercise is strategic. It provides experts with a unique opportunity to observe and assess the true extent of flooding in real-time across Benin City and other vulnerable parts of the state. ”

According to him, the focus will be on understanding the terrain, existing drainage infrastructure, and recurring flashpoints of overflow and erosion.

He added that a technical team from four companies will conduct comprehensive feasibility studies and environmental assessments to design a permanent and sustainable solution to Benin City’s flooding problem.