KWSG WARNS RESIDENTS AGAINST ERECTION OF STRUCTURES ON WATER PIPELINES

The Kwara State Government has warned residents on the dangers of erecting structures on the water pipelines across the state.

The Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Usman Yunusa Lade, gave this warning today during an inspection of the major pipeline at Flower Garden, which has just been repaired.

The Commissioner, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Christiana Omolola Asonibare, stated that “erection of structures like residential buildings, mosques, churches and shops on the water pipelines by the people is inimical for adequate water supply across the state.”

While commending the Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (CON) for his constant support, the Commissioner called on all residents to complement government’s efforts by considering water pipelines before constructing any structure in order to avoid damaging water pipes and obstructing water supply to benefitting communities.

The Lead Engineer in charge of the pipeline repaired at Flower Garden, Engr. Bamidele Idowu, confirmed that the repair has been completed and shall be test-run over the weekend.

“The repair is completed and we're just waiting for it to dry, after which we will test-run it to be sure there are no lapses”, he said.

Engr. Idowu assured that areas such as Flower Garden, Lajorin, Offa Road, Sabo-Oke, Amilengbe, Adualere, Isale-koko, Oja-Gboro, Ipata, Sabo-line and some parts of Okesuna will benefit from the completion of the repair as soon as pumping of water begins, reiterating that the pipeline repaired at Flower Garden is part of the ongoing efforts of the Ministry to ensure adequate water supply to the nooks and crannies of the state.

Bashir Turawa,

Asst. Press Secretary,

Ministry of Water Resources.

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