A devastating rainstorm that struck on the night of Eid-el-Fitr has left many residents of Ogele, Asa Local Government Area in Kwara State, homeless.
The torrential downpour caused significant damage to both public infrastructure and residential buildings, displacing countless families.
Among the properties affected were the Ansarul Islam Primary School, the Community Secondary School, and the local health centre, along with several mosques.
The storm also destroyed critical utility infrastructure, including concrete poles and high-tension power lines that provide electricity to Ogele, Afon, and other nearby communities.
Victims of the storm shared that they are still grappling with the aftermath, with many lamenting the scale of their losses.
In the wake of this disaster, residents have called on the government at all levels, as well as charitable individuals and organizations, to provide urgent assistance.
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Alhaji Abubakar Akanbi, the Aare Ogele, whose own home was severely affected, appealed for government intervention to aid the victims, including the Mufti of the community, who also suffered damages.
Alhaji Issa Akanbi-Oniyo, Chairman of the Ogele Descendants Progressive Union (ODPU), described the event as a calamity that has left many families without shelter.
He urged for swift action from authorities to help rebuild the community.
As the search for support continues, Ogele residents remain hopeful for a timely response to this tragic crisis.