Saadatu Jumai Mohammed The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is essential for the successful execution of the project initiated by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo. This was emphasized by the Honorable Commissioner of Transportation, Atuluku Victor Levi, during the EIA Stakeholder Strategy Engagement held at the Kogi State Ministry of Transportation on Wednesday. Commissioner Levi highlighted that the EIA process is crucial for promoting sustainable development, ensuring legal compliance, and engaging the public to prevent environmental degradation while minimizing long-term costs. He further explained that the exercise enables critical stakeholders and regulatory authorities to fully understand the environmental consequences and risks, leading to more sustainable, informed, and balanced decision-making. In his address, the Representative of the Minister of Environment, Engr Ahmed Abdullahi, underscored the significance of the EIA process. He noted that the stakeholder strategy engagement serves as an effective platform for public participation and accountability. This platform allows local communities to learn about the projects and express their concerns, thereby fostering accountability as contractors execute the transformative project. The Ministry of Environment is particularly focused on identifying and addressing any potential negative impacts arising from the project's execution to benefit the host community. During the event, Team Lead of Arcaid Consultant, Arch Bayo Adedipe, provided attendees with an overview of the project's structural design, highlighting the core technical aspects and the current phase within the project's contextual framework. e Looking ahead, CEO of Green Water Environment, Dr. Abass Suleiman, conducted a technical session to enlighten attendees on the pivotal role …
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