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Ibarapa North Chairman, Akorede, Takes Steps to Prevent Flooding through Dredging of Rivers

Posted on April 28, 2025

The Chairman of Ibarapa North Local Government Area of Oyo State, Honourable Lateef Akorede, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to massive infrastructure renewal and upgrading.

In a statement on Saturday, Akorede assured the public that his government remains dedicated to easing the burden on road users by establishing a sustainable framework for road infrastructure delivery.

“I reaffirm my administration’s commitment to massive infrastructure renewal, improved quality of life for residents, and the promotion of socio-economic growth through continuous infrastructure upgrades,” Akorede said.

Akorede highlighted that his administration has embarked on several projects aimed at improving the lives of residents in the local government area. One of such projects is the construction of a two-box culvert along the Ayete Grammar School access road, which is nearing completion.

“With another two-box culvert along the Ayete Grammar School access road nearing completion, I assure the public that my government remains dedicated to easing the burden on road users,” he stated.

The chairman also noted that his administration has commenced the dredging of water bodies to enhance water flow and prevent erosion.

“Dredging of water bodies has commenced to enhance water flow and prevent erosion, and the ongoing construction of culverts across Ibarapa North is strategically designed to tackle flooding challenges and significantly enhance the living conditions of our people,” Akorede explained.

Upon completion, these projects are expected to put an end to perennial flooding and strengthen road connectivity across the local government area. “Upon completion, these projects equipped with efficient drainage systems will put an end to perennial flooding and strengthen road connectivity across our local government area,” Akorede said.

Akorede’s commitment to infrastructure upgrade and renewal is a welcome development for the people of Ibarapa North. The projects underway are expected to promote socio-economic growth and improve the overall quality of life for residents. As the projects near completion, residents can look forward to better road infrastructure, reduced flooding, and improved living conditions.

The chairman’s assurance that his administration will continue to prioritize infrastructure development is a testament to his government’s dedication to the welfare of the people. With the completion of these projects, Ibarapa North is poised to experience significant growth and development, and residents can expect a better future.

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