A devastating flood incident occurred in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, on September 29, 2026, claiming the life of a 35-year-old man, Ibrahim Mandella. The incident happened in the Adehun area of the city, where Mandella was swept away while attempting to cross a flooded area under a narrow bridge. According to reports, Mandella was returning home after working around Ijero when the incident occurred. He had stopped at a car wash in Adehun during the heavy downpour.
Mandella's family reported that he had been working in the area before his death. His brother, Dauda Daniel, revealed that Mandella had been urged by his wife, Favour Mary, to return home due to the heavy rainfall. Despite this, Mandella attempted to cross the floodwaters, which ultimately led to his demise. His remains were found opposite the highway near the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries junction in Adehun. The family received a series of messages from Mandella, including a phone call and a text message with N4,500 for dinner.
The incident has left Mandella's family devastated. Favour Mary recounted their last conversation, which took place at about 10:45 pm. She said Mandella assured her that he would return home shortly. However, when she woke up around 4 am, he had not returned. The family is yet to come to terms with the sudden loss of their loved one. The incident has raised concerns among residents, particularly over the safety of motorists, pedestrians, and commercial transport workers.
In addition to Mandella's death, two commercial motorcyclists were reportedly swept away by floodwaters at Elemi River in Ado-Ekiti. Details about the identities of the two motorcyclists and whether rescue teams had located them were not immediately available. The flooding also affected other areas of the city, including Ayemi Garage Bridge, adjacent to Midas Hotel, along the Ekiti State University Road.
The flooding in Ado-Ekiti is part of a larger issue affecting different parts of Nigeria. Heavy rainfall has been recorded across the country in recent days, leading to concerns about the safety of residents. The Ekiti State government and other stakeholders have been urged to take measures to mitigate the impact of flooding in the state. Residents have been advised to exercise caution during heavy rainfall and avoid attempting to cross fast-moving floodwaters.
The incident has highlighted the need for residents to be aware of the risks associated with flooding. Motorists and pedestrians have been urged to exercise caution around bridges, rivers, and other flood-prone areas to prevent further loss of lives. The government and other stakeholders have been called upon to provide support to the affected families and to take measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The flooding in Ado-Ekiti has caused significant disruption to the lives of residents. The incident has also raised concerns about the preparedness of the government and other stakeholders to respond to emergencies. As the situation continues to unfold, residents are advised to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
Key points
- A 35-year-old man, Ibrahim Mandella, was swept away and killed by floodwaters in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State.
- Two commercial motorcyclists were also reportedly swept away by floodwaters at Elemi River in Ado-Ekiti.
- Residents have been advised to exercise caution during heavy rainfall and avoid attempting to cross fast-moving floodwaters.
