Flooding in Ejiwumi: Community desperately cries for help
Ejiwumi, a community in Offa Local Government Area of Kwara State, is grappling with a severe flooding crisis. The floodwaters have rendered it impossible for children to attend school, with Mrs. Oni, a distraught resident, lamenting, "My children can't go to school because of the floodwaters. It's really affecting their education." The flooding has ravaged homes, businesses, and farmlands, precipitating significant economic losses. Many residents have been displaced, and their homes damaged or destroyed. The scarcity of potable water has exacerbated the situation, posing grave health risks to residents. Residents are vociferously calling on the government to provide a lasting solution to the flooding problem. They are demanding better infrastructure, including improved drainage systems, to prevent future flooding. The community's plight has raised questions about the effectiveness of government projects and the allocation of funds. Alfa Azeez Kanisuru, is a fis...