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Flood Wreaks Havoc in Edo: Residents Count Losses in Affected Neighborhoods
Residents of several neighborhoods in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, Edo State, are facing significant losses due to recent flooding.
Reports indicate that 85 houses have been submerged and properties worth millions of naira destroyed following heavy rainfall over two days.
The flood has severely impacted areas including Uffa, Ugbogbo, Afekhai, Orere, Domingo Road, Lawani Road, Momodu Ajayi Road, and Ibillo-Auchi Road.
Priscilla Osiobafoh, Executive Director of BraveHeart Initiative, highlighted that out of the affected houses, 50 have been extensively damaged.
She attributed the flooding to various factors, including water from the Orere rock, collapsed bridges, and the improper disposal of refuse in drainages.
Osiobafoh emphasized the urgent need for improved drainage systems to manage water flow effectively.
Victims like Ms. Feyintola Eshamah and Ms. Stella Agbarajo expressed devastation over losing their homes and belongings to the floodwaters.
They called on government authorities at all levels to provide assistance to affected residents.
The council chairman, Tajudeen Alade, acknowledged the situation and stated that the local government had reported the incident to higher authorities for support.
He also highlighted challenges such as poor sanitation and illegal construction contributing to the severity of the flooding.
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