The Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed sadness over the recent flood that ravaged Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State, displacing several residents from their homes and business premises.
In a statement on his Facebook page, the former governor of Anambra State said he is saddened about the plight of those suffering, and crying out over the flood disaster in the area.
Reports say the flood submerged communities within Ogbaru, leaving several people in agony, tears; and businesses in state of hopelessness.
While noting that Ogbaru has special needs in flood management and control, Obi said as the then governor, he heeded several SOS calls to the communities over flooding.
The presidential hopeful, however, added that he is glad that Governor Chukwuma Soludo is carrying out development projects and road constructions within the area.
That, Obi hopes, will alleviate the peoples’ sufferings.
He, nonetheless, appealed to NEMA, SEMA, and other relevant agencies, as well as charity organizations and government, to come to the rescue of the people of Ogbaru.
Above all, Obi emphasized that at this moment, the people need shelter, clothing and food.
“We must not abandon them now.,” LP candidate appealed.