Offiong et al (2008)
outline the following as remedy to the problems of poor drainage system.
outline the following as remedy to the problems of poor drainage system.
1. Greening the area is
encouraged.
encouraged.
2. Ensure proper connectivity
of the drainage system.
of the drainage system.
3. There should be provision
of drainage facilities in every street and road.
of drainage facilities in every street and road.
4. Expansion of width, length
and depth of drainage systems.
5. Used of quality materials
in the construction of drainage facilities.
in the construction of drainage facilities.
6. An effective drainage
design and technical capabilities should be improved.
design and technical capabilities should be improved.
7. Routine reporting,
monitoring and evaluation should be made.
monitoring and evaluation should be made.
8. Create laws that will allow
punishment of those who dump their waste products in the drainage channel.
punishment of those who dump their waste products in the drainage channel.
Reference
R.A. Offiong, J.E. Atv,
G.N. Njar and U.A. Armuyou (2008): “Prospectus of Poor Drainage System and Urban
Sustainability” Calabar: Mercy Publisher.
G.N. Njar and U.A. Armuyou (2008): “Prospectus of Poor Drainage System and Urban
Sustainability” Calabar: Mercy Publisher.
