Ogun State Floods: Sagamu, Abeokuta North, Atan-Lusada And Ijebu-Ode LGA’s Bear The Brunt

The Ogun State flood recently has left a trail of destruction and displacement in its wake, with three local government areas bearing the brunt of the disaster. Sagamu, Abeokuta North, and Ijebu-Ode have been identified as the most affected areas, with residents counting their losses and calling for urgent government intervention.

In Sagamu, the flooding has submerged several homes and businesses, leaving hundreds of residents displaced. The area’s major roads have been turned into rivers, making it difficult for people to move around. “We have lost everything,” said Mrs. Funke Adeoye, a resident of Sagamu. “Our homes, our businesses, everything is gone. We need the government’s help to rebuild our lives.”

Abeokuta North, which is home to the Oyan River Dam, has also been severely affected. The dam’s water release has been blamed for the flooding of nearby communities, with residents accusing the government of neglecting their warnings. “We told them to release the water gradually, but they refused,” said Mr. Olawale Olaleye, a resident of Abeokuta North. “Now, our homes are underwater, and we have nowhere to go.”

Ijebu-Ode, another local government area affected by the flooding, has seen its major markets and roads submerged. Traders and artisans have lost their goods and equipment, with many calling for government support to revive their businesses. “The flooding has destroyed our livelihoods,” said Mrs. Taiwo Ogunbi, a trader in Ijebu-Ode. “We need the government’s help to get back on our feet.”

The Ogun State government has promised to provide relief materials and support to the affected areas, but residents are calling for more concrete actions to prevent future flooding. “We need a permanent solution, not just relief materials,” said Mr. Olaleye. “We need the government to fix our drainage systems and prevent this from happening again.”

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As the people of Ogun State struggle to come to terms with the devastation caused by the flooding, the government’s response will be crucial in determining the pace of recovery and rebuilding in the affected areas.

Below are the following local government areas in Ogun State that have been affected by flooding:

– Abeokuta North: Oyan River Dam is located in this area and its water release has been blamed for the flooding of nearby communities.

– Abeokuta South: Though not as affected as Abeokuta North, this area was still advised to be on alert for possible flash floods.

– Sagamu: This area has experienced heavy flooding and displacement of residents in low-lying areas such as Ewu-oliwo, Ajaka, Ogunyanwo, Ogini, Ibelefun, Holy Ghost isaleoko, Isale-ijagba.

– Ijebu-Ode: Flooding in this area has been so severe that the government has desilted and cleared many of the river and stream courses.

– Ilaro: This area has also experienced heavy flooding, and the government has been working on desilting many of its drainage channels.

– Ota: Similar to Ilaro, this area has been heavily flooded and the government has been working on desilting its drainage channels.

– Imeko Afon: This area is one of the least affected by the flooding, but it has still been advised to be on alert for possible flash floods.

– Odeda: Similar to Imeko Afon, this area is one of the least affected, but it has still been advised to be on alert for possible flash floods.

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