It is still a depressing situation in many of the affected communities because of the magnitude of the flood and the disruption and destruction it has caused
By Ife Osemedua
365Daily – Former President Goodluck Jonathan, has said that the worsening humanitarian crisis as a result of the current flood disaster in the affected states across the country, calls for urgent action and collaboration by all stakeholders.
The former president sympathized with the victims of the flooding across many states in Nigeria, who have lost loved ones and property.
Many states were severely hit by the flood resulting in the displacement of thousands of people as communities were practically submerged by the devastating flood.
Jonathan, whose home state, Bayelsa is among the worst affected by the flooding incident said: “I am touched by the dire situation in some of the affected states, especially my home State Bayelsa where almost all the local government areas are submerged in water and the East-West Road section leading to the State has become impassable, creating scarcity of food and essential commodities.
“Today, I visited Otuoke, my community and a few other communities in Bayelsa State to have an assessment of the impact of the flood. It is still a depressing situation in many of the affected communities because of the magnitude of the flood and the disruption and destruction it has caused.
“This is a moment of crisis; we need to work in unity to achieve the goal of giving hope and providing succor to all victims.
“I urge all citizens of goodwill and humanitarian agencies to demonstrate solidarity with these victims and provide support to those affected.”