Residents panic as gully erosion pulls down 3 houses, threatens more in Abia community

Three houses in Umobia Housing Estate, Abia State have been pulled down in a heart-wrenching scene as rampaging erosion wreaked havoc and caused significant damage to several other properties, including farms. The situation has become dire, with more buildings now under threat in the area.

During a tour of the affected properties, journalists witnessed the devastating impact of the environmental crisis. The victims, deeply distressed by their losses, made a heartfelt appeal to the Abia State government, seeking urgent assistance to prevent further destruction. They fear that if nothing is done in the coming weeks, more buildings could be at risk.

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The erosion problem, which initially seemed manageable, has now escalated into a serious issue, carving deep gullies around people’s homes and damaging access roads. As the rainy season sets in, fear and uncertainty have gripped the residents, especially Mrs. Ndidi Nwosu and others, who worry they might face homelessness if the government doesn’t step in to help.

The community members of Umobia Housing Estate had invested substantial resources in trying to control the erosion in the past. Unfortunately, they now regret that the widening and deepening gullies have gone beyond their ability to manage effectively.

One heartbreaking story is that of Mr. Nkenna Gilbert, whose house crumbled under the relentless force of the erosion, leaving him homeless and devastated.

Several others in the Housing Estate expressed their distress, witnessing their homes showing signs of distress due to the continuous erosion.

In their plea for urgent action, they humbly beseech Governor Alex Otti to intervene immediately and save them from the grim possibility of further destruction, loss of life, and potential homelessness.

The dire situation in Umobia Housing Estate underscores the importance of addressing environmental issues and supporting communities in times of crisis.