Kwara governor gives N10m to Pututa flood victims

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has donated N10 million to residents of Pututa community in Lafiagi, Edu Local Government Area, after flooding submerged parts of the settlement. The Kwara State Government announced the intervention on its official Facebook page on Wednesday, describing it as an immediate response to the disaster. It said the donation was intended to support residents affected by the flooding.

Heavy rainfall caused flooding in Pututa on Tuesday, affecting homes and other parts of the community. Footage released by the government showed floodwater covering sections of the settlement, with some buildings submerged. The state government said AbdulRazaq also visited communities affected by the flooding.

According to a video released by the government, the governor was received at the palace of the Emir of Lafiagi, Alhaji Muhammad Kudu Kawu. The announcement did not give details of how the N10 million would be distributed or identify the number of households affected. It also did not provide an official assessment of damage to homes, property or other infrastructure.

Residents are continuing to deal with the consequences of the flooding as the state government responds to the incident. The donation is the immediate financial assistance announced by the government in the material provided. The state’s statement described the payment as support for people affected by the natural disaster.

No further details were provided on additional relief measures, reconstruction plans or whether more assistance would follow.