{
  "id": 11196051,
  "title": "Flood: Osun APC sympathises with victims, urge govt action",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/flood-osun-apc-sympathises-with-victims-urge-govt-action",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-01T12:38:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/01/flood-osun-apc-sympathises-with-victims-urge-govt-action/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has expressed sympathy for the victims of recent flooding in the state, urging the government to take action. In a statement issued by the party's Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, the APC highlighted the displacement and hardships faced by residents due to the flooding. The party mentioned several affected areas in Osogbo, including Jagun, Uniosun Community, Iya Dudu Community, Osunlepo, Koledowo, Olude Aranhin, Kunike, Baruwa, Gbodofon and Oke-Osun. The flooding has caused significant disruption to locals' livelihoods and created numerous difficulties for affected families. The APC emphasized their solidarity with the victims, stating that they are not alone in their struggle. The party has called on the government, along with public-spirited individuals, religious organizations, and civil society groups, to offer assistance to those displaced by the disaster. Additionally, the APC urged the Ministry of Environment to implement effective measures to prevent future flooding and called for temporary relief for the displaced residents. Furthermore, the party requested the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to extend aid to affected communities, stating that intervention is necessary to mitigate the impact of the flooding. The APC also advocated for stricter enforcement of town-planning regulations and public education on the consequences of building on waterways and improper waste disposal. The party called for collective efforts among residents and authorities to prevent blocked drainage channels and future flooding incidents. Meanwhile, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke directed the Special Task Force on Environmental Sanitation to inspect affected communities and assess the factors contributing to the flooding. Governor Adeleke expressed concern over the impact of the flooding on homes, businesses, and livelihoods. He directed the task force, led by Elder Ayanleye Aina, to prepare a response plan for the state government.",
  "summary": "The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has sympathised with victims of the recent flooding in Osogbo, the state capital, and other communities across the state. The party, in a statement issued on Thursday by its Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, expressed concern over the hardship caused by the flooding […] Flood: Osun APC sympathises with victims, urge govt…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}