Summary:
- Community members have expressed concerns that the ongoing expansion of the petrol station has worsened the flooding problem, which began after the station’s establishment.
KISORO: Authorities in Nyakabande Sub County, Kisoro District, have given Baj Petrol Station a one-month ultimatum to renovate its facility at Nyiragakoro Trading Centre, Nyakabande Village, Gisorora Parish to address water flooding issues obstructing movement along Gitare Road.
Community members have expressed concerns that the ongoing expansion of the petrol station has worsened the flooding problem, which began after the station’s establishment. Residents urge Baj Petrol Station to balance its own interests with public concerns and are calling on higher authorities to intervene.
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John Birusha, Chairperson of LC2 Gisorora Parish, initially welcomed the petrol station as a development initiative but now emphasizes the importance of addressing community concerns.
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Joseph Habyarimana, former LCV Councilor for elders and current Senior Community Adviser, highlighted the risks to residents’ lives posed by the flooding and urged for immediate action.
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God Rukara, the LCV Councilor of Nyakabande Sub County, reassured the community that local leaders, in collaboration with the petrol station authorities, are working on a solution expected within the next month.
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Drakuma Derrick, Chief of Works at Square Venture Company Limited, the contractor handling the petrol station’s renovation, requested patience from residents, assuring them that the ongoing rebranding of Baj to Oryx Petrol Station will include measures to prevent future issues.
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