Tag: urban drainage systems

Why Nigeria Must Adopt a Lifecycle-Based Quality Control Model for Stormwater Infrastructure

The Paradigm Shift: Why Nigeria Must Adopt a Lifecycle-Based Quality Control Model for Stormwater Infrastructure By John Cee Onwualu (FNSE, FNICE, FNIWE, P.E., R.ENG, MASCE) Nigeria, the economic powerhouse of Africa, is currently facing a crippling duality in its urban centers: rapid, uncontrolled urbanization juxtaposed with extreme climate vulnerability. The tragic consequence is chronic, destructive […]

How Data Validation Errors Lead to Premature Failure of Urban Drainage Systems

The Silent Killer of Infrastructure: How Data Validation Errors Lead to Premature Failure of Urban Drainage Systems By John Cee Onwualu (FNSE, FNICE, FNIWE, P.E., R.ENG, MASCE) In the complex calculus of urban infrastructure planning, the integrity of the data used for design and modelling is paramount. While civil engineers meticulously adhere to sophisticated hydraulic […]