The Isoko South Local Government Area in Delta State has taken swift and decisive action to protect communities from the looming threat of devastating floods. On Monday, the council inaugurated a high-powered Local Emergency Management Committee (LEMA) in Oleh, charged with strengthening preparedness, boosting response capacity, and mitigating the impact of flooding in the area.
Speaking during the inauguration, Hon. Warri Ovoke Friday, Chairman of Isoko South LGA, revealed that alarming reports from the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and the complex nature of recent disasters necessitated the formation of the committee.
“With the rainy season fast at its peak, Isoko South’s proximity to the River Niger and its numerous tributaries makes it highly vulnerable to flooding,” Hon. Friday stated. “To avert large-scale disruptions and losses, we must put robust preventive measures in place. Establishing a local emergency management agency at the grassroots level is not just necessary, but urgent.”
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The newly formed LEMA will work closely with SEMA to provide rapid responses to natural disasters, issue timely warnings through media channels, and map out flash flood-prone zones, especially neighborhoods close to overflowing rivers. Residents will be kept informed and urged to take early action to safeguard lives and property.
Hon. Zino Osuofa was named Chairman of the committee, with Dr. Ighomore Hope, Mr. Nwokolo Emmanuel, Mrs. Alex Omuh Eloho, Victor Amere, and Mrs. Evroro Emuobo among the key members. Others include Francis Othameta, Akpodhoma Michael, Anthony Egodi (Secretary), Ighokido Saturday, DSP Ewende, Rev. Ferguson Idike, and Patrick Obegba.
With flood risks intensifying across Nigeria, the Isoko South Council’s proactive stance sends a strong message that early planning, community awareness, and rapid response remain the best defense against nature’s fury.
