Rainstorm displaces over 100 residents in Kwara

DDM News

A heavy rainstorm struck Ijagbo town in Oyun Local Government Area of Kwara State on Monday, leaving over 100 residents homeless.

Diaspora digital media (DDM) revealed that the storm occurred around 4 p.m., causing severe destruction to residential buildings, educational institutions, and market stalls.

Strong winds blew off roofs and damaged properties, worsening the impact of the disaster on affected residents.

Ansar Deen College, Ijagbo, was among the worst-hit areas, with more than ten classrooms severely damaged.

The storm tore off classroom roofs, exposing students and teachers to harsh weather conditions.

Essential learning materials were destroyed, disrupting academic activities and making it difficult for students to continue their studies.

Reacting to the incident, the school’s principals, Mr. Olaniyi Musbaudeen and Mrs. Saheed A.M., appealed for urgent government intervention.

Mr. Musbaudeen expressed deep concern over the disaster, emphasizing the immediate need to rebuild the damaged classrooms.

“We are deeply saddened by this situation,” he said.

“The destruction of these classrooms is a serious setback to our students’ education.”

Mrs. Saheed also urged the government to act quickly, warning that delays could affect students’ academic progress.

Meanwhile, Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq inspected the newly built prototype primary school in Adeta, Ilorin, on Tuesday.

He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving educational infrastructure across the state.

The governor highlighted the government’s ongoing investments in public schools and the KwaraLEARN programme, which enhances digital learning.

He noted that the state government has made significant progress in education, leading to increased enrollment in public schools.

Many parents are now transferring their children from private schools to public institutions due to improved learning conditions.

Governor Abdulrazaq credited the KwaraLEARN initiative for integrating technology and modern teaching methods into classroom learning.

“We are focusing heavily on education and healthcare this year,” the governor stated.

“These are major challenges we must overcome for sustainable development.”

He explained that digital devices have been introduced in classrooms to bridge educational gaps and improve learning outcomes.

The governor described the prototype school in Adeta as a model for future school infrastructure projects in Kwara State.

He assured residents that the administration would continue strengthening the education sector to sustain progress.

Kwara State experiences seasonal rainstorms, often leading to severe damage and displacement of residents.

Over the years, strong winds and heavy rainfall have destroyed homes, schools, and public infrastructure in different parts of the state.

The geographical location of Kwara makes it vulnerable to extreme weather conditions, especially during the rainy season.

Many communities suffer repeated losses due to inadequate preparedness and weak building structures.

Kwara State was created on May 27, 1967, from the former Northern Region of Nigeria.

It shares borders with Niger, Kogi, Ekiti, Osun, and Oyo states, as well as the Republic of Benin.

Ilorin, the state capital, serves as a major commercial, educational, and administrative center.

Kwara is home to diverse ethnic groups, including the Yoruba, Nupe, and Bariba.

The state’s economy relies on agriculture, trade, and education, with institutions such as the University of Ilorin contributing to its academic reputation.

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