A 72-year-old man, Sunday Aimiyekagbon, has died after being swept away by floodwaters in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State. The incident occurred along Imudia Street, off Charles Street, while he was returning home on his motorcycle on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
How the Incident Unfolded
According to residents, the flood rose rapidly, making the road impassable. A source said the elderly man had parked his motorcycle near a concrete drainage channel and taken shelter in a nearby makeshift shop as the rain intensified. The motorcycle was later swept into the fast-flowing drainage by the floodwaters. In an attempt to retrieve it, the man reportedly entered the water but was overwhelmed by the strong current and swept away. His body was later recovered.
Family and Community Reaction
His son, Ambrose Aimiyekagbon, described the loss as heartbreaking and appealed for lasting solutions to the persistent flooding that affects many parts of Agbor. Other residents also called on the Delta State Government and Ika South Local Government Council to improve drainage infrastructure and address blocked waterways to help prevent similar tragedies.
Renewed Concerns Over Flooding
The heartbreaking incident has renewed concerns over the recurring floods that continue to endanger lives and destroy property whenever heavy rains fall in Agbor. The community hopes that authorities will take swift action to mitigate the risk of future flooding.
