A motorcyclist was reportedly swept away by floodwater in Akure, Ondo State, before residents in the area rushed to his rescue.
A trending video obtained by Gists9ja captured the moment the motorcyclist struggled against the force of the floodwater before he was dragged away.
Residents who witnessed the incident reportedly moved quickly to rescue him and eventually managed to save the motorcyclist from being carried further by the flood.
The incident, which occurred in Akure, the Ondo State capital, has sparked reactions on social media, with some Nigerians expressing concern over flooding and the state of drainage infrastructure in the city.
One internet user wrote:
“Imagine Akure, Ondo State, an oil-producing state. If the government will defend themselves now, they will say it’s not everything the government can do.”
Another user reacted:
“Omor, something needs to be done about this.”
The incident has once again drawn attention to the dangers posed by flooding during heavy rainfall and the need for effective drainage and flood-control measures in affected communities.
