Nasarawa Commissioner of Environment Assures Giza Community Of Immediate Govt Action Following Bridge Collapse
By Rabiu Omaku, Lafia
The Nasarawa State Commissioner Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, Princess Dr. Margaret Elayo, has assured the residents of Giza community of prompt Government intervention in response to the recent collapse of Kalach Bridge.
She gave the hint during an assessment to evaluated the damage to the crucial bridge that connects Giza to Keana town in Keana Local Government Area.
The bridge collapsed after after torrential rains washed away half of its structure, posing a serious safety hazard for both motorists and pedestrians.
The situation worsened with another heavy downpour recently, leading to the complete washout of the bridge and further complicating movement for residents.
Community members expressed concerns during Princess Elayo’s visit, stressing the urgent need for action to prevent accidents and ensure safe passage for goods and services.
In her remarks, Princess Elayo highlighted the purpose of her visit, stating, “Governor Abdullahi Sule received the distress call regarding bridge collapse, and he dispatched us to assess the site for immediate intervention.
“I assure you that the information I gather will be presented to the Government, and we will work closely with relevant stakeholders to initiate repairs or, if necessary, construct a new bridge.”
She urged residents living in flood-prone areas to seek safer temporary accommodations, as forecasts from the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet) indicate further heavy rainfall, potentially leading to additional flooding in the area.