The Ogun State government has called for proper planning, early warning, public awareness and effective emergency response in anticipation of the expected 72-hour rainfall and flooding expected to hit the state in the coming days.
The deputy governor, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, made the call in Abeokuta, the state capital yesterday during the flood disaster response simulation exercise organised by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) for the South-West states of the country.
While calling for sincerity of purpose, the deputy governor enlisted the understanding and cooperation of traditional rulers, community leaders, local governments, security agencies, health workers, volunteers and the media for adequate information.
“The 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction and Annual Flood Outlook have identified a number of high-risk flood-prone locations across the country, including areas within Ogun State.
This reinforces the need for us to remain,” she said.
“This simulation exercise is therefore both timely and important. It gives us an opportunity to test, in practical terms, the preparedness of our institutions and the ability of all critical stakeholders to work together in the event of a flood emergency. Plans and protocols are important, but they must also be tested. We need to know how quickly we can mobilise, how effectively agencies can communicate and coordinate, and how efficiently we can reach and support affected communities.”
