JUST IN: AIYEDATIWA TAKES FLOOD RELIEF TO ILE-OLUJI/OKEIGBO, EXTENDS SUPPORT TO AFFECTED HOUSEHOLDS

AIYEDATIWA TAKES FLOOD RELIEF TO ILE-OLUJI/OKEIGBO, EXTENDS SUPPORT TO AFFECTED HOUSEHOLDS


ODSEMA leads statewide intervention as government assures disaster victims of sustained assistance

The Ondo State Government has extended its flood relief intervention to Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo Local Government Area, distributing relief materials to residents affected by flooding as part of ongoing efforts to cushion the effects of natural disasters and support vulnerable households across the state.

The distribution exercise, which took place on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the Local Government Secretariat in Ile-Oluji, was organised by the Ondo State Emergency Management Agency (ODSEMA) under the administration of Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa.

The exercise was led by the Executive Secretary of ODSEMA, Mr. Richard Aina, alongside the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Emergency Response and Safety Enforcement, Hon. (Prince) Wellington Oriade Adebawo, and other officials of the agency.

Speaking during the programme, the Executive Chairman of Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo Local Government, Hon. Adebare Adeboye, appreciated Governor Aiyedatiwa for creating an enabling environment for local governments to discharge their responsibilities effectively.

He highlighted some of the achievements recorded by his administration over the past year and commended ODSEMA, under the leadership of the Deputy Governor and Chairman of the agency, Dr. Olayide Adelami, for its proactive approach and commitment to supporting residents affected by emergencies.

The Chairman described the intervention as timely and responsive to the needs of flood-affected households, expressing appreciation to the state government for extending direct assistance to affected residents in the local government area.

He noted that the exercise represented a significant government intervention for the community and expressed optimism that the relief materials would provide meaningful support to beneficiaries.

In his remarks, the Executive Secretary of ODSEMA, Mr. Richard Aina, called on residents to appreciate the Governor Aiyedatiwa-led administration for making the intervention possible.

Aina expressed satisfaction that residents were beginning to feel the impact of government interventions through the distribution exercise. He disclosed that Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo was the tenth local government area visited by ODSEMA in the ongoing statewide distribution of relief materials to disaster victims.

He urged residents to remain vigilant and adopt preventive measures against flooding and other environmental hazards. He particularly emphasised the importance of regular drainage clearance, proper waste disposal and avoiding the indiscriminate dumping of refuse into waterways and drainage channels.

The ODSEMA Executive Secretary also encouraged beneficiaries to appreciate the assistance provided by the government while maintaining safety-conscious practices to minimise the effects of future emergencies.

Similarly, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Emergency Response and Safety Enforcement, Hon. (Prince) Wellington Oriade Adebawo, expressed appreciation to God and Governor Aiyedatiwa for making the provision and distribution of relief materials possible.

Adebawo acknowledged the commitment of the Deputy Governor, Dr. Olayide Adelami, mni, who also serves as Chairman of ODSEMA, noting his active involvement in ensuring that residents affected by disasters across the state receive government assistance.

He also recognised the contributions of the Administrative Secretary, Office of the Deputy Governor, Dr. Frederick Orunko; the Executive Secretary of ODSEMA, Mr. Richard Aina; and other stakeholders whose efforts contributed to the implementation of the relief intervention.

The Governor's aide further urged residents to complement government efforts by taking responsibility for preventing avoidable disasters. He advised them to maintain clean surroundings, clear blocked drainage channels, avoid building on waterways and flood-prone areas, dispose of waste properly and pay attention to weather forecasts and early warnings issued by relevant authorities.

He assured residents that the state government remained committed to supporting disaster-affected households, adding that additional relief materials would be provided to cushion the impact of emergencies on affected communities.

The intervention forms part of the Ondo State Government's broader efforts to strengthen emergency response and provide assistance to residents affected by natural disasters across the state.

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