31.05.2025 17:22
The death toll from the flood disaster in Niger State, Nigeria, has risen to 151. As a result of the flood, 3,018 people have been displaced, 265 houses have been destroyed, and 2 bridges have collapsed.
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The toll from the flood disaster that struck Niger State in Nigeria is worsening. Ibrahim Hussaini, the head of the Niger Emergency Management Agency, stated that the number of people who lost their lives in the flood that occurred in Mokwa town has risen to 151. Hussaini reported that 3,018 people have been displaced, 265 houses have been completely destroyed, and 2 bridges have collapsed.
ORDER TO ACTIVATE THE NATIONAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE CENTER
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has instructed the activation of the national emergency response center to quickly deliver aid to the state. Tinubu stated, "Search and rescue operations are ongoing, and all relevant federal agencies have been mobilized to support the state government's efforts. Relief supplies and temporary shelter assistance are being distributed without delay. We will ensure that no Nigerian affected by this disaster is left behind or unheard."
2 BRIDGES HAVE COLLAPSED
In the disaster that struck Mokwa town, located more than 350 kilometers from the capital Abuja, houses were swept away by floodwaters, roads were submerged, and 2 bridges collapsed. Emergency teams and local residents are continuing search efforts in the floodwaters and homes.
Floods cause hundreds of deaths each year in the West African country due to inadequate infrastructure, leaving significant damage. Scientists also warn that the climate crisis is triggering extreme weather events.
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