A heavy rainstorm has ravaged about sixty houses and destroyed other properties worth millions of naira in the Gaga area of Oke-Aro in Akure, the capital of Ondo State. The incident which occurred on Friday night left many of the victims in total shock. While some of the houses were partially affected, many have their roofs completely blown off.
Some vehicles were also trapped under fallen trees affected by the rainstorm. Some churches in the area were also badly damaged, as their buildings collapsed. Electricity poles were not spared and the incident has thrown the entire community into total darkness. Mostly affected were houses belonging to aged people.
The head of Gaga community, Oluwole Omotosho, and some victims expressed shock over the development, urging government and other relevant agencies to assist the community with relief materials. The affected victims have continued to count their losses, looking forward for assistance from any quarters to alleviate their suffering
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