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A viral video showing the convoy of the Edo State Governor stranded in a flood has triggered widespread reactions across social media.
The incident reportedly occurred on a flooded road in Benin City, leaving several vehicles in the governor’s entourage unable to move. The video captured passers-by recording and expressing mixed feelings about the situation.
Eyewitnesses said the flood had worsened due to poor drainage and persistent rainfall, making major roads in the state difficult to navigate.
Many residents claimed the incident highlights the government’s failure to address the state’s infrastructural decay despite repeated promises of rehabilitation.
Nigerians react: “nature no dey do VIP”
The video quickly went viral, drawing thousands of comments from Nigerians. Many social media users mocked the situation, saying it was a reminder that public office holders also suffer the effects of poor governance.
One user commented, “Nature no dey do VIP. We’re all in this together.” Another wrote, “Since they won’t fix the roads, at least we’re all suffering equally now.”
However, some netizens viewed the incident as a lesson for those in power. They urged politicians to take infrastructural development seriously, noting that citizens have endured similar conditions for years without attention.
Call for accountability and action
The embarrassing moment has sparked renewed calls for the Edo State Government to prioritise road repairs and proper drainage systems.
Residents noted that while nature cannot be controlled, consistent planning and maintenance could reduce such avoidable scenes.
For now, the viral clip has become both a source of humour and a stark reminder of governance challenges in Edo State.
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Video of Edo State governor’s convoy stranded in the fl00d has got a lot of people talking online! 👀 pic.twitter.com/jAaRnfixtK
— TENIOLA (@Teeniiola) October 22, 2025
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