Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has expressed deep concern over the devastating flood in Ugwueke, Amaokai, Amaeze and Ezeukwu communities in Bende Local Government Area, Abia State. The flood, caused by two days of torrential rainfall, submerged many homes, including the palaces of two traditional rulers. According to reports, two persons lost their lives in the disaster. Kalu described the incident as tragic and heartbreaking.
In a statement, Kalu extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and all those affected by the flood. He called on the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and other relevant agencies to urgently intervene with relief materials and support to cushion the impact on the victims. The Deputy Speaker assured the affected communities of his continued commitment to engaging relevant federal agencies.
The Bende Federal Constituency, represented by Kalu, has been hard-hit by ecological problems, with the situation in Uzuakoli Electoral Ward being among the worst. The area has already claimed many lives and destroyed several buildings. Kalu further assured the affected communities of his commitment to addressing the ecological challenges in the area and preventing a recurrence.
The Deputy Speaker prayed for the peaceful repose of the departed souls and for strength and quick recovery for all victims of the disaster. The flood disaster has left many families homeless and without access to basic necessities. The affected communities are in dire need of assistance.
Kalu's call for urgent intervention by NEMA, SEMA and other agencies is a welcome development, as the affected communities are in dire need of relief materials and support. The Deputy Speaker's commitment to engaging relevant federal agencies to address the ecological challenges in the area is also commendable.
The flood disaster in Bende Local Government Area is a wake-up call for the government to take proactive measures to mitigate the impact of ecological problems in the area. The government must take concrete steps to prevent a recurrence of such disasters in the future. The affected communities deserve urgent attention and support.
The Nigerian government has been urged to take concrete steps to address the ecological challenges in Bende Federal Constituency. The Deputy Speaker's efforts to engage relevant federal agencies to address the challenges are ongoing. The government must provide adequate support to the affected communities to cushion the impact of the disaster.
Key points
- Deputy Speaker Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu expresses concern over devastating floods in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State.
- Two persons lost their lives in the flood disaster in Ugwueke, Amaokai, Amaeze and Ezeukwu communities.
- Kalu calls on NEMA, SEMA and other agencies to urgently intervene with relief materials and support.
