06/08/2026
SPECIAL REPORT | HON. KELECHI OFURUM SPEAKS ON THE UMUGAKWO–NKWO UMUOBA MARKET SQUARE FLOODING CRISIS.
Hon. Kelechi Ofurum, Deputy Chief Whip of the Imo State House of Assembly and Member Representing Owerri North State Constituency, granted an exclusive interview to members of the media at his residence in Umuoba Uratta, Owerri North Local Government Area.
The media men, who were on their way to cover another assignment, were forced to suspend their journey after encountering severe flooding along the Umugakwo Bus Stop–Nkwo Umuoba Market Square Road. Owing to the road's impassable condition, they paid an unscheduled visit to Hon. Ofurum, whose residence is located within the affected area.
The interview centered on the worsening flooding along the Umugakwo Bus Stop–Nkwo Umuoba Market Square Road, a critical access route that has become a major source of concern for residents, motorists, traders, and commuters.
Speaking on the issue, Hon. Ofurum expressed deep concern over the deteriorating condition of the road and the hardship it has continued to inflict on the people. He reaffirmed his commitment to pursuing practical and lasting solutions by engaging the appropriate government agencies to ensure possible intervention.
Hon. Ofurum also commended the Executive Governor of Imo State, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, for the numerous developmental projects executed across Owerri North and the state at large. He, however, appealed to the Imo State Government to urgently address the flooding through the construction of effective drainage systems and the rehabilitation of the affected road to restore safe and unhindered movement for residents and road users.
He emphasized that resolving the flooding challenge would not only improve movements but also revive commercial activities around Nkwo Umuoba Market Square.
Watch the full interview to hear Hon. Kelechi Ofurum's position on the flooding crisis, his commitment to mitigating the situation, and the practical steps he is advocating toward a lasting solution.
