Residents of Akin Akeju Street, opposite Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, EKSUTH, Ado-Ekiti, have commended the Ekiti State Government for its prompt response to the flooding that affected the community.
The community leaders gave the commendation while speaking with our correspondent during a visit to the area following the downpour that submerged some houses and displaced residents.
Chief Folu Oni, speaking on behalf of the community, lauded Governor Biodun Oyebanji and relevant government agencies for their swift intervention and concern for the welfare of those affected by the flood disaster.
He specifically appreciated officials of the Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project, NEWMAP, the State Environmental Protection Agency, SEPA, and the State Waste Management Agency for promptly assessing the extent of damage caused by the flood.
According to him, the incident resulted in significant loss of property and hardship for many residents. He, however, said the immediate arrival of government officials and their on-the-spot assessment had provided reassurance to the affected community.
Chief Oni further commended the government for assuring residents that the expansion and channelisation of the canal in front of the community would receive priority attention to prevent a recurrence of flooding in the area.
Also speaking, Surveyor Felix Ajibade said the recurring flooding posed a serious threat to lives and property.
He stressed that the expansion and channelisation of the ongoing canal project was critical to addressing the problem and appealed to the governor to approve the project and facilitate the release of funds for its execution.
On her part, Deaconess Felicia Ojo said the completion of the project would improve stormwater flow and provide a lasting solution to the recurring flooding.
“On behalf of the entire Akin Akeju community, we express our profound appreciation to His Excellency, the Governor of Ekiti State, and all relevant government agencies for their prompt response and concern for our people.
We remain hopeful that the proposed expansion and channelisation of the canal will receive immediate approval and funding, as its completion will go a long way in providing a lasting solution to the recurring flooding and protecting the lives and property of our people,” she said.
