- FG has begun assessing flood-damaged sections of the Benin-Sagamu Expressway
- Officials identified three major flood-prone locations along the Ondo section of the highway
- The ministry plans engineering works to improve drainage and prevent future flooding
The Federal Ministry of Works has commenced a technical assessment of flood-damaged sections of the Benin–Sagamu Expressway after heavy rainfall disrupted traffic on parts of the route.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, announced the exercise on Monday during an inspection of affected areas around the Ore axis in Odigbo Local GovernmentArea of Ondo State.
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Represented by the Federal Controller of Works in Ondo State, Engr. Olajide Hussein, the minister identified three flood-prone locations within the Ondo section of the highway: Agofure at Km 100, Adolak Junction near the Ore Flyover at Km 107, and the Agric Section at Km 117.
Umahi said the ministry was considering engineering measures to address recurring flooding at the identified points and improve the long-term safety of the expressway.
He explained that the inspection was aimed at identifying vulnerable sections of major highways and developing practical solutions to reduce the impact of flooding.
According to him, the recent downpours, linked to changing climate conditions, have triggered flooding in several communities and along key road networks across the country, prompting the ministry to begin a detailed technical review.
As part of the evaluation, engineers are investigating the causes of water overflow by examining the performance of existing culverts and drainage systems.
“The recent heavy rainfall across the country has led to widespread flooding in many communities and on major highways, a situation associated with the effects of climate change,” Umahi said.
He added that the ministry was tracing the source of the flooding and considering measures such as expanding cross-culverts and clearing blocked drainage channels to improve water flow.
The minister assured motorists that the government remained committed to protecting lives and ensuring uninterrupted movement on the expressway.
He said the ministry would implement the required engineering solutions to strengthen drainage infrastructure, minimise future flood damage and keep the highway safe for road users.
Umahi also sympathised with commuters and residents affected by the flooding and reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to addressing the problem as quickly as possible.
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