People's TV
  • Home
  • TV Series
  • Programs
  • News
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
Live
People's TV
  • Home
  • TV Series
  • Programs
  • News
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
People's TV
Flash Floods: Kogi Govt. orders evacuation in affected areas

Parliament’s chief preoccupation is the letter of the law

The world is a weird and wonderful place

Flash Floods: Kogi Govt. orders evacuation in affected areas

admin by admin
March 17, 2018
394 4
0
548
SHARES
2.5k
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter
Flash Floods: Kogi Govt. orders evacuation in affected areas

 The Kogi Government on Thursday ordered the immediate evacuation of traders, shanties and temporary structures around NATCO Junction of the Okene/Lokoja/Abuja Expressway in Lokoja.

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the Kogi Governor, Mrs Petra Onyegbule, in Lokoja, said the directive was as a result of the flash floods that occurred on Thursday morning in Seriki Loma and NATACO axis.

She said that the step was in continuation of Gov. Yahaya Bello Administration’s efforts to protect lives and property of the citizens of the state, especially those in flood prone areas.

She noted that the Kogi State Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, had carried out a sensitisation campaign programme to create awareness among the residents of nine Riverine Local Government Areas that are prone to flooding.

According to her, the sensitisation programme, which began three months before the rainy season commenced, had ensured that people were well informed on the need to move uplands to avoid danger.

“We wish to implement this immediate evacuation to forestall further loss of valuables and possibly lives in our dear state.

“We are thankful for the cooperation of all the security agencies, Local and State Government emergency workers, all other stakeholders and the good people of Kogi for helping to minimise the effect of the flash flood. You are the true heroes of this event.

“We wish to call for the understanding of all travellers, both drivers and commuters, who are using this road.

“The road is a major artery connecting the Northern and Southern of Nigeria, hence it is critical that we navigate the road carefully during this period and respect the men and women in uniform trying to keep traffic flowing as quickly as possible.

“The State Government also wishes to commiserate with residents, who have lost homes and possessions to the natural disaster.

“Relief camps have been set up in the affected areas for temporarily displaced persons to take advantage of while relief materials have started arriving the locations.

“Donors and volunteers are also welcome,” Onyegbule said.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that some parts of Lokoja at Seriki Loma in NATACO axis was flooded following Thursday early morning down pour.

The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Mrs Rosemary Osikoya, immediately visited the flooded areas for on the-spot-assessment, where several properties were destroyed but no loss of life. (NAN)

Related

Advertisement Banner
admin

admin

Discussion about this post

Recommended

Teni and Burna unveiled as new #PepsiBrandAmbassadors
Entertainment

Teni and Burna unveiled as new #PepsiBrandAmbassadors

February 23, 2022
Lil Nas X says he’s still straight despite being gay
Entertainment

Lil Nas X says he’s still straight despite being gay

July 2, 2019
Toke Makinwa breaks internet with steamy hot photos
Entertainment

Toke Makinwa breaks internet with steamy hot photos

July 2, 2019

Popular Playlist

Currently Playing

E360 Program

E360 Program

Featured Videos
BOYS CAN COOK

BOYS CAN COOK

Featured Videos

Live TV

Live
AFRICAN BEAUTY

AFRICAN BEAUTY

TV Series

WHO WANTS TO BE EMPLOYED

Featured Videos
People's TV

Navigate Site

  • Home
  • TV Series
  • Programs
  • News
  • About Us
  • Contact Us

Follow Us

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • TV Series
  • Programs
  • News
  • About Us
  • Contact Us

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Fill the forms bellow to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In