– The massive flood in Makurdi, Benue state capital has attracted the attention of the presidency
– Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo is billed to visit the state for an on-the-spot assessment of the damage done
– Osinbajo will also visit Internally Displaced Camps (IDPs) in the state
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo is billed to arrive Makurdi, the Benue state capital, today, Wednesday, September 6 for an on-the-spot assessment of the recent flood that ravaged parts of the state.
A statement by the chief press secretary to Governor Samuel Ortom, Terver Akase, said the vice president would be received on arrival by the state governor.
Osinbajo is also billed to visit IDP camps, influential traditional ruler; Tor Tiv and attend a small reception organised by the state government.
Osinbajo is the highest ranking federal government official to visit the flood ravaged state. Photo credit: Aso Rock
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ZENITHBLOG.com gathered that the state is agog as residents awaits the arrival of the vice president.
Meanwhile, the Child Protection Network (CPN) and the Benue State Emergency Management Agency (BSEMA), have said three persons died in the recent flooding in the state, while 110 000 survivors risked contracting diseases.
“There were three deaths, two adults and one child. At the government approved IDP Camp, up to 4 families are reported to be accommodated in one room.
“This suggests the possible risk of an epidemic as some hospitals in affected locations are reported to have shut down due to the flood,” a statement sent to journalists said.
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