Ogun State Government Expresses Condolences to Victims of Ado Odo/Ota Rainstorm Destruction
Following the devastating effects of Sunday’s rainstorm in parts of Sango, Ado Odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State, the state government has extended its sympathies to affected residents. The rainstorm resulted in the destruction of property and infrastructure in various communities.
In a statement signed by the Special Adviser on Media, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, the government assured residents that it was actively engaged with the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) to address the immediate fixing of damaged poles and restoration of power supply.
A team from the state government conducted a site inspection on Monday to assess the extent of the damage and facilitate coordination with IBEDC officials. Fortunately, the cables were not energized before the destruction, which prevented potential casualties.
“We are currently working with the IBEDC team to restore power to Sango Ota and its environs,” Akinmade stated. “Most of the less affected feeders have been restored and energized, while clean-up efforts in the worst-affected areas are underway.”
Efforts are being made to remove the remaining damaged poles, with plans for full restoration of power in Sango Ota before the end of the week.
The government expressed condolences to those who suffered losses due to the fallen poles and urged affected residents to remain calm as restoration efforts continue.
Communities significantly affected by the rainstorm include lyana lyesi, Osuke Town, Egan Road, lyana Ilogbo, Ijaba, Ijagba, Itele, Lafenwa, Singer, Joju, Alishiba, Oju Ore, Tollgate, Eledi, Akeja, Abebi, Osi Round About, Ota Town, Ota Industrial Estate, Igberen, lju, Atan, Onipanu, Obasanjo, Lusada, Arigba, Odugbe, Ado-Odo, Igbesa, Owode, Olokuta, Hanushi, Bamtish Camp Lufiwape, Eltees Farm, August Engineering, Spark Cear Soap Ayetoro, Amazing Grace Oil, Christopher University, and Royal Garden Estate.
The government assured residents of its commitment to restoring normalcy in the affected areas and providing necessary support to mitigate the impact of the disaster.
