The Obaseki convoy flood video has taken Nigeria’s social media by storm, showing Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki’s motorcade trapped in deep floodwaters along the Benin–Auchi road. The incident, recorded near Eyaen community during heavy rainfall, has ignited widespread criticism of Edo’s crumbling infrastructure and years of failed promises.
Posted on October 22, 2025, by entertainment curator @Teeniiola, the viral clip features the governor’s convoy stuck in reddish-brown torrents while security aides wade through the water to free the vehicles. The video’s caption reads: “Edo State Governor Convoy stranded in the flood of the road he refused to fix.” Within hours, the Obaseki convoy flood video gathered over 77,000 views, 1,900 likes, and hundreds of shares.
The Benin–Auchi road is one of Edo State’s most vital routes, linking Benin City to northern parts of the state. For years, residents have complained about its poor drainage and countless potholes, despite billions of naira reportedly allocated for repairs. Locals say the flood has become an annual nightmare that damages vehicles and stalls businesses.
Civic activists and opposition figures have used the viral video to demand accountability. Some referenced state audit reports alleging irregularities in project spending. “When the governor’s own convoy gets stuck, it means everyone is suffering,” one activist said.
Reactions on social media blend humor and anger. One user wrote, “Governor wey dey work… eyyyaaaa… Mr. Project,” while another commented, “Who throw stone for market, na him mama e go hit.” Hashtags such as #EdoFloodDisaster and #FixEdoRoads continue to trend as Edo citizens and diaspora communities call for urgent intervention.
Environmental experts say climate change has worsened Nigeria’s flooding challenges, but poor planning and weak maintenance are to blame for much of the damage. They urge Edo leaders to invest in durable drainage systems and enforce stricter environmental standards.
Governor Obaseki’s media office has not yet responded to the viral incident. With elections approaching, critics argue the Obaseki convoy flood has become a symbol of failed governance and public frustration. Edo residents now want real repairs, not more excuses.
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