# Benin City flooding and stormwater project controversy > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/benin-city-flooding-and-stormwater-project-controversy > Updated: 2026-10-13T12:00:20.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Benin City is experiencing severe and persistent flooding that has submerged roads and made living conditions difficult for residents, including those in the Government Reserved Area (GRA). This flooding is linked to the stalled Benin City Stormwater Project, an initiative started in 2011 under Governor Adams Oshiomhole to mitigate perennial flooding. While approximately 30 percent of the work was completed, the project has since halted. Former Governor Godwin Obaseki discontinued the initiative, describing it as a contract designed to defraud the people of Edo State, a move attributed to political feuds between successive administrations. Current Governor Monday Okpebholo has faced criticism for failing to prioritize the crisis, with detractors suggesting the administration is more focused on national political interests than local welfare. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-13: Benin City stormwater project faces controversy over funding and completion The Benin City Stormwater Project, launched in 2011 to combat flooding, remains stalled amid allegations of fraud and political disputes between successive Edo State administrations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/benin-city-stormwater-project-faces-controversy-over-funding-and-completion ### 2026-10-06: Benin City faces severe flooding amid political criticism Persistent flooding in Benin City is causing severe disruption, leading to criticism of Governor Monday Okpebholo for prioritizing national politics over urgent local infrastructure and flood mitigation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/benin-city-faces-severe-flooding-amid-political-criticism --- Cite as: Benin City flooding and stormwater project controversy. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/benin-city-flooding-and-stormwater-project-controversy