4 weeks ago
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The Residents Association of Express Avenue, Benin, has issued an urgent appeal to the Edo State government, seeking immediate intervention to address the severe erosion and flooding in the community.
In a letter sent to the governor’s office at Osadebe Avenue, the residents voiced their concerns over the deteriorating conditions, which have rendered parts of the area nearly uninhabitable, prompting many to abandon their properties.
The residents explained that erosion and frequent flooding have devastated Express Avenue, particularly during the rainy season, with accumulated floodwaters severely damaging homes, roads, and infrastructure.
They highlighted the health risks and economic instability faced by those still residing in the area.
In their appeal letter, signed by the Chairman, Courage Asia, and PRO Ofure Osehobo, the residents noted the potential role of the nearby moat on the eastern end of Express Avenue.
They expressed their belief that this natural water collection point could be utilised as part of a drainage and flood management solution to alleviate the problem.
“We, the Residents Association of Express Avenue, Benin, are issuing an urgent appeal to the Edo State government seeking immediate intervention to address the severe erosion and flooding in our community.
“The association is pleading that the state government incorporate the moat into a broader rehabilitation effort for the street.
“We trust that with your administration’s commitment to infrastructural development, this issue can be resolved promptly to alleviate the suffering of residents,” the letter read.
The residents expressed optimism that government efforts would bring much-needed relief to their community.
