Akwa Ibom official distances self from controversial flood control report after backlash

A senior official in Akwa Ibom State has publicly disavowed a government-produced report that lauded Governor Umo Eno's administration for its flood control measures. The report, released as residents grappled with the aftermath of devastating floods in Uyo, has drawn significant criticism and outrage.

The chairman of the Uyo Capital City Development Authority stated that he was not responsible for the publication of the report. This statement directly contradicts claims made by the governor's media aide, who had asserted that the report had received the governor's approval. The controversy highlights a disconnect within the state government's communication regarding its response to the natural disaster.

Residents affected by the floods have expressed anger over the report, viewing it as an insensitive attempt to politicize their suffering. The backlash suggests a deep dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the crisis and a perception that official narratives are out of touch with the reality on the ground.