Flood Ravages University Of Ibadan Hostels, Destroys Students’ Property

Heavy flooding has caused severe damage at the University of Ibadan, leading to the destruction of books, foodstuffs, and other essential belongings.

Naijaonpoint reports that the flood, which occurred on Friday, left parts of the university community in disarray, with losses amounting to millions of naira.

Numerous documents and other valuable items were also destroyed during the incident.

According to investigations conducted on Saturday morning by The Punch, the flood severely impacted some of the student hostels, submerging property and leaving students in distress.

One student, who wished to remain anonymous, revealed that the most affected residence was Awo Hostel, where approximately 16 rooms on the underground level were completely flooded.

“The most affected hall of residence is Awo Hostel where about 16 rooms in the underground floor were completely submerged with students’ property floating on the water,” the student said.

Another source shared, “The students’ foodstuffs, documents and property, especially those that went for examinations were destroyed.

“The flood took over students’ rooms, toilets, kitchens and all the entrances to their hostel.

“The flood took over my friend’s room, and destroyed everything she has, including the ones in her cupboard.”