The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), through its Ibadan Operations Office, has distributed relief supplies to victims of recent rainstorms in Iseyin, Itesiwaju, Kajola, and Iwajowa Federal Constituency of Oyo State. The distribution took place at the constituency office of Hon. Najimdeen Oyeshina Oyedeji in Iseyin Local Government Area. Mr Ayo Abolarin, Chief Search and Rescue Officer, expressed sympathy for affected communities and emphasised the importance of proactive disaster risk reduction measures. Representatives from NEMA, DSS, Federal House of Representatives, Oyo State Government, and community leaders attended the event.
Key Points
- Rainstorm victims receive essential relief items to recover from property damage.
- Communities in four constituencies benefit from prompt NEMA intervention.
- Proactive disaster risk reduction measures are highlighted to lessen future impacts.
- Collaboration between NEMA, local government, and federal representatives ensured smooth distribution.
- Beneficiaries praise NEMA's quick response and organised support.
Watch whether NEMA deploys additional disaster prevention measures in high-risk Oyo communities before the next rainy season.
Sources: Daily Trust
