Ogun State Governor Calls for Federal Intervention in Tackling Perennial Flooding

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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has urged the Federal Government to intervene in addressing the severe flooding affecting Isheri community in Ifo Local Government Area. The governor emphasized that the extent of the flooding surpasses the capacity of the state government, necessitating federal assistance. He noted that the flooding in Isheri North, a valuable area with high-end estates and industries, poses significant economic and environmental challenges.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has appealed to the Federal Government for intervention in addressing the perennial flooding in Isheri community, citing the state's inability to handle the crisis.
  • Governor Abiodun emphasized that the flooding poses significant economic and environmental challenges, including the loss of valuable land and industries.
  • The governor suggested a collaborative approach between the state government, Ministries of Water Resources, Environment, and Humanitarian Affairs to address the crisis.
  • The state government is aware of the Ministry's Clean Up Nigeria, Water Sanitation Hygiene, and e-Wash programs and is willing to key into them to mitigate the issue.
  • Prof. Joseph Tsev, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, has expressed concern over the perennial flooding and assured that action will be taken to prevent it.
  • The minister also emphasized the importance of eliminating open defecation and promoting water sanitation hygiene in the state.

Statistics:

  • The Ogun State government has reported that the flooding in Isheri community has caused significant economic losses and environmental degradation.
  • It is estimated that the flooding has affected a large portion of the community's valuable land and industries.
  • The state government has stated that it lacks the expertise and financial capacity to address the crisis alone.
  • The Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation has reported that Ogun State is a major stakeholder in ensuring national food security, which is one of the ministry's mandates.

Sources:

  • Prince Dapo Abiodun, Governor of Ogun State
  • Prof. Joseph Tsev, Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation
  • Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation (no date mentioned)