Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has expressed sympathy with residents and families affected by the recent flooding in parts of Osun State, assuring them that his administration is taking further steps to reduce the impact of the disaster and protect lives and property.
The governor said he understands the hardship caused by the flooding, which affected homes, businesses and sources of livelihood in some communities across the state.
According to Adeleke, he directed the state’s Special Task Force on Environmental Sanitation, led by Elder Ayanleye Aina, to visit the affected areas and assess the level of damage. He explained that the assessment would help the government prepare an appropriate response plan for the affected communities.
“I commiserate with the residents and families affected by the recent flooding in parts of Osun State. I share your concerns over the impact on homes, businesses and livelihoods,” the governor said.
He added: “Following my directive, the Special Task Force on Environmental Sanitation, led by Elder Ayanleye Aina, visited some of the affected areas and assessed the situation with a view to preparing a response plan for the administration.”
Adeleke noted that his administration had already carried out initial dredging and drainage projects aimed at improving the flow of water and reducing the risk of flooding.
“My administration has already undertaken initial dredging and drainage interventions to improve water flow and reduce flooding. We will take further necessary measures to protect lives, property and communities,” he stated.
The governor also appealed to residents to support the government’s efforts by protecting the environment. He urged people to avoid dumping refuse into waterways and drainage channels and warned against building on natural water paths and flood-prone areas.
“Additionally, I urge residents to support these efforts by keeping our environment clean, stopping the dumping of refuse on waterways and roadside drains, and desisting from building on natural water channels and flood-prone corridors,” he said.
Adeleke further encouraged residents to promptly report flooding incidents, blocked drainages and other environmental hazards to the appropriate government authorities.
“I also encourage residents to report flooding incidents, blocked drainages and other environmental hazards to the appropriate authorities. Together, we can reduce the impact of flooding across Osun State,” he added.
Flooding remains one of the major environmental challenges facing many states in Nigeria, especially during the rainy season. Experts have repeatedly linked the problem to blocked drainage systems, poor waste disposal, and construction on floodplains. State governments have continued to encourage residents to support environmental sanitation efforts as part of measures to reduce the risk of future flooding.
