Osogbo residents cry out as flood overtakes homes
Residents of Osogbo have raised the alarm as rising waters from the Osun River flood their homes and communities. DAILY POST gathered that the most affected areas in the capital city included Oke-Jetu, Baruwa, some parts of Awosuru, and communities located along the banks of the Osun River. Affected residents, who spoke with DAILY POST […] Osogbo residents cry out as flood overtakes homes
The Osun River in Osogbo has inundated homes and communities, prompting residents to flee their residences and belongings. The most impacted zones include Oke-Jetu, Baruwa, certain parts of Awosuru, and areas along the riverbank. Distressed Osogbo dwellers shared their harrowing experiences with DAILY POST. Many stated they were forced to leave their jobs and businesses to salvage their possessions.
One resident, known as Iya Ify, recounted that the water began seeping into her home at midnight and she hasn't slept since. Another resident, Adelaju Folarin, remarked that he had never witnessed such flooding in his more than decade-long tenure in his apartment. This incident has reignited concerns over the effects of climate change, with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change predicting more intense rainfall due to global warming, amplifying the risk of flooding across Africa.
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has also issued flood warnings. The Osun River rising has evoked memories of prior flooding in Osogbo and other regions.
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