Aduragbemi Omiyale
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has assured residents of Onilu-Moniya that will soon feel the impact of government.
He gave this assurance when he visited the community on Thursday to sympathise with the family of a 28-year-old man, Mr Abiodun Adeleke, who died in a recent flood in the area.
It was learned that Mr Adeleke, a resident of Onilu-Moniya, lost his life on Wednesday night during the heavy downpour while helping some motorcycle riders to cross the Asanmajana River. He was swept by the torrent.
The Governor, who was represented by the Chairman, Oyo State Road Maintenance Agency (OYSROMA), Mr Kamil Mudashiru, said he was devastated by the unfortunate incident.
He said his administration would urgently look into the challenges of the community and ensure they are solved.
While expressing his sympathy when he visited the Onilu Central Landlord Association, he prayed that God gives the family of the deceased the fortitude to bear the loss.
“We are deeply sorry for your loss and trauma occasioned by the demise of your son, Abiodun Adeleke, while trying to help some residents of the area to cross the Asanmajana River last night. May Almighty God continues to uphold and protect the family he left behind,” he said.
Governor Makinde appealed to the residents and people of Onilu-Moniya and Akinyele Local Government to exercise patience, saying long-awaited intervention would soon be felt in the area.
In his address, the Chairman, Onilu Central Landlord Association, Mr Bukola Akintola, thanked Mr Makinde for his quick response and visit to the area.
While he noted that many government officials have visited the area in the past without any positive impact, he also expressed optimism that the Governor will fulfil his promise to residents of the area.
