As the rainy season approaches in Abuja, residents of Daki Buyi have called on the government to urgently address the worsening issue of gully erosion affecting their community.
Speaking to S24, a resident, Muazu Abubakar Halilu, said the problem has persisted for over four years, causing serious hardship for those living in the area.
“We have been living in Daki Buyi for more than four years now, and every rainy season, it becomes very difficult for us to access the road. When it rains, water takes over almost two-thirds of the road, making it impossible for residents to pass,” Halilu said.
He explained that the flooding not only disrupts daily movement but also poses risks to vehicles and pedestrians. Halilu appealed to the government to leverage the ongoing dualization of the Kukwaba road to extend development efforts to Daki Buyi.
“Since the dualization of Kukwaba is ongoing, the government should also look into the situation in Daki Buyi and provide a lasting solution,” he added.
Another resident, Hisham Muhammad, also expressed concern over the condition of the road, describing it as the only access route connecting about eight to eleven estates in the area.
According to him, the road links several residential areas, including Ivy Apartments, Omako Estate, Mothernerter Estate, Guddotti Apartment, Maison Terranova, and many more.
“This is the only road linking these estates. Even though some parts are still under construction, the government should provide a permanent solution to the erosion problem before the rains fully begin,” Muhammad said.
Residents are therefore appealing to the relevant authorities to urgently intervene and prevent further damage, warning that failure to act could lead to more severe flooding and isolation of the affected communities.
