The Federal Authorities has introduced plans for speedy graduation of upgrading the Alau Dam in Maiduguri, Borno State.
This was disclosed in a press assertion signed by the Director, Data and Public Relations on the Federal Ministry of Water Assets and Sanitation, Funmi Imuetinyan on Thursday.
The assertion famous that the transfer is geared toward tackling the persistent challenges posed by the dam’s overflow and making a everlasting resolution to the recurring flood disasters within the area.
It mentioned the Minister of Water Assets and Sanitation, Prof Joseph Utsev, made the dedication throughout his go to to Maiduguri, on Thursday alongside the Minister of State, Bello Goronyo.
The ministerial delegation, which included technical administrators, water specialists, heads of businesses, and senior authorities officers, carried out a radical evaluation of the current floods, which displaced residents, submerged farmlands and houses, and disrupted financial actions throughout Maiduguri.
Utsev, nevertheless, assured {that a} workforce of specialists from the ministry is already on-site in Borno State, conducting a complete analysis of the Alau Dam to evaluate its present situation and advocate swift motion to boost its capability.
“We’re dedicated to a radical overhaul of this vital infrastructure. The Alau Dam improve is non-negotiable, and any poor efficiency by contractors or officers concerned is not going to go unpunished. Sanctions shall be enforced for any delays or substandard work,” he emphasised.
He additional assured the general public that alongside the dam improve, coordinated efforts can be made to curb the unfold of waterborne ailments in collaboration with the state authorities.
Utsev mentioned sanitation kits and water remedy services can be offered to displaced individuals as a part of the ministry’s speedy intervention.
On his half, the Governor of Borno State, Prof Babagana Zulum, thanked the ministers and their workforce for his or her swift response and assist throughout this vital interval.
He burdened the significance of conducting an in depth examine of the dam to evaluate its capability, set up hydraulic constructions, and improve flood forecasting techniques.
Zulum additionally underscored the pressing want to handle desertification and put money into clear vitality and irrigation techniques to fight the escalating impacts of local weather change.