In response to the recent devastating floods that engulfed the Ayakoromo community in Delta State, the Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin Foundation—led by the renowned Prophet and philanthropist—stepped in this week to deliver emergency relief. Over the course of a two-day outreach, the Foundation disbursed a total of ₦2 million in cash assistance, provided temporary shelter to displaced families, and mobilized medical and food supplies to the hardest-hit households.
Though best known for his spiritual ministry, Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin has, through his eponymous Foundation, cultivated a reputation for swift humanitarian intervention. Eyewitnesses describe a scene reminiscent of a well-orchestrated relief operation: uniformed volunteers unloading sacks of rice, cartons of water, and mattresses from branded trucks, while medical teams set up makeshift clinics under canvas canopies. “That’s not just a prophet, that’s a father,” read one testimonial shared on social media, underscoring the deep affection many in Ayakoromo feel for his ministry.
Each affected household received a ₦50,000 cash grant, intended to cover urgent expenses such as clothing, safe drinking water, and essential medicines. In total, 40 families benefited from the direct-cash intervention, ensuring that assistance was both transparent and swiftly disbursed. Local community leaders confirmed that the cash infusions arrived days before any state-sponsored relief, giving families crucial days to repair damaged homes and secure their children’s schooling.
Beyond financial aid, the Foundation converted two local school halls—previously unusable due to the storms—into temporary lodging, distributing clean bedding, mosquito nets, and hygiene kits. A team of volunteer nurses and pharmacists screened more than 200 individuals for water-borne ailments, dispensing antibiotics, rehydration salts, and basic wound dressings. According to the Foundation’s coordinator, these mobile clinics will remain on standby until floodwaters recede and residents can safely return to their homes.
Ayakoromo, situated along the banks of the Ethiope River, is historically prone to seasonal flooding. However, prolonged heavy rains this year overwhelmed drainage channels, leaving many homes submerged. Community chief Mrs. Elizabeth Obiemen lamented that while the river’s proximity has always been both lifeline and threat, “We’ve never seen water rise this fast, swallowing entire compounds overnight.” Experts warn that without concerted investment in flood-control infrastructure and early-warning systems, such disasters may become more frequent.
Prophet Fufeyin used the occasion to call on government agencies and corporate bodies to join hands in bolstering Ayakoromo’s resilience. “Relief is not charity—it is a covenant,” he declared during a brief address to beneficiaries. The Foundation has pledged to spearhead a community-drainage project, aiming to dredge blocked channels and plant flood-resistant vegetation along the riverbanks. Additionally, plans are underway to establish a micro-finance scheme for farmers and artisans, helping them rebuild livelihoods lost to the deluge.
For many residents, the Foundation’s intervention was a lifeline. Mr. Peter Uvwi, whose home was half-submerged, described his relief upon receiving the cash grant: “I thought everything was gone. But within hours, we had money to buy baby formula and repair our roof. We slept under a dry roof for the first time in three nights.” Several mothers, who queued patiently at the makeshift medical tent, echoed his gratitude, praising the compassion and efficiency of the volunteer staff.
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