Prioritise safety during heavy rains – Ekiti Commissioner warns residents

Ekiti State Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Tosin Aluko-Ajisafe, has called on residents to be safety-conscious as heavy rains continue across the state.
Following a recent heavy downpour in parts of the state, the Commissioner, advised motorists, tricycle operators and commercial motorcyclists to avoid unnecessary travel during intense rainfall to avoid accidents caused by flood or associated with slippery roads.
She urged those who must be on the road to reduce their speed, keep a safe distance from other vehicles and steer clear of flooded roads and waterlogged areas.
The Commissioner also appealed to residents to ensure proper environmental sanitation and ens...