The Ogidi Community in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State staged a protest march on Tuesday to draw the government’s attention to the perennial flooding ravaging the community.
The protesters, including youths, community leaders and other stakeholders, described the natural disaster as severe and threatening livelihoods, property, and public safety.
They carried placards with different inscriptions, such as “FG, Soludo, save us,” “Save our children from flooding,” “Gov Soludo, pls, save us from drowning,” and “Ogidi is drowning” among others.
Addressing reporters in his palace after the exercise, the traditional ruler of the community, Alexander Onyido, expressed worry over the continued flooding of major roads and markets.
Mr Onyido said the persistent menace continues to disrupt commercial activities, displace residents, and create mobility challenges and economic setbacks for the people.
