Flood Disaster Hits Niger Community, Dozens Feared Dead
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| Flood Disaster Hits Niger Community, Dozens Feared Dead |
A devastating flood has struck a community in Niger State, causing widespread destruction and raising fears of a high death toll. The flooding, triggered by hours of relentless rainfall on Wednesday night, left many homes underwater and several residents missing.
Local accounts suggest that the flood may have claimed the lives of over 50 people, with many still unaccounted for, including women and children. The exact number of casualties has yet to be confirmed, as rescue and recovery efforts continue.
Eyewitnesses reported that the vital highway connecting northern and southern Nigeria through Mokwa has been cut off, further complicating emergency response efforts and isolating affected areas.
One resident, Mohammed Usman, described the scene as tragic, noting that several bodies had already been recovered while others were believed to be trapped in submerged homes.
Millions of naira worth of property were reportedly lost, with homes, shops, and farmland destroyed in the flood’s wake.
Dr. Ibrahim Audu Hussaini, Director of Information and Special Duties at the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), confirmed the incident. He stated that the agency is actively assessing the situation and will release a full report once investigations are complete.
Authorities are urging residents in flood-prone areas to remain vigilant, as more rainfall is expected in the coming days.
Source
Daily Trust
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