The people of Akamkpa Local Government Area are raising urgent concerns over the massive destruction suffered by Ojuk North and Ojuk South Wards following a devastating natural disaster that recently struck their communities.
The disaster, which came in the form of a violent windstorm, lasted for over three hours, leaving countless residents homeless. The storm destroyed residential homes, churches, shops, and educational institutions, including both primary and secondary schools, plunging the community into a dire humanitarian crisis.
In response to this tragedy, the Akamkpa 8th Legislative Assembly, during a session on March 27, 2025, moved a motion of urgent public interest. The motion was introduced by Hon. Vincent Ndifon and seconded by Hon. Thomas Anom, highlighting the severe impact of the disaster on the lives and livelihoods of the affected residents.
The Akamkpa 8th Legislative Council has unanimously called on the Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) to intervene swiftly in order to provide relief and support to those affected.
Currently, many residents of Ojuk remain stranded outside, lacking shelter and basic necessities.
Given the scale of the destruction, we urge both the state governments, as well as humanitarian organizations, to provide immediate aid to help the displaced residents rebuild their homes and restore normalcy to their lives.
