The Lagos state government has begun ridding waterways of debris and water hyacinth, as part of the panasea aimed at boosting water transportation within the state and as regard this two water hyacinth and debris removal machines, have been deployed by the state government for the exercise.
Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, while representing the Commissioner for Environment, Dr. Babatunde Adejare at the commissioning of both Machines, held at Ebute Ero Jetty, affirmed that for a long time, “hyacinth which is otherwise known as aquatic weed, had been a major source of concern with attendant challenges to the waterways sector”.
However the managing Director of Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), Engr. Abisola Kamson, affirmed that asides negatively affecting the socio-economic activities of fishermen and inhabitants of the riverine communities, water hyacinth, which is a seasonal threat, had brought about damages to the propulsion system of boats, thus further affecting water transportation.
she further esplained that the new machines would go a long way in eradicating the menace of water hyacinth on marine ecosystems of the state, particularly the Ikorodu, Ajah, Badagry, Lagos Island, Oworonshoki, Mile 2 and Epe axis.
Giving technical insight as to the workings of the machine, Kamson said it can be lowered up to six feet deep into the water.
She also stated that it acts like an underwater lawn mower and cuts the vegetation while collecting weeds and debris.
Engr. Kamson described the commissioning as “a dream come true” and expressed gratitude to the Governor for the long-awaited initiative.
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