NEMA Confirms 21 Communities Affected by Floods in Potiskum, Yobe State
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NEMA Confirms 21 Communities Affected by Floods in Potiskum, Yobe State |
NEMA confirms 21 communities in Potiskum, Yobe State, hit by floods in 2025. Learn about affected areas, relief efforts, and government interventions.
Severe Floods Hit Yobe’s Potiskum in 2025
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed that 21 communities in Potiskum, Yobe State, were severely affected by heavy rainfall and flooding in August 2025. The disaster left hundreds of households displaced, forcing many families to seek shelter in temporary camps and schools.
NEMA, in collaboration with the Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and humanitarian partners, quickly launched a coordinated response to address the crisis. Relief operations are ongoing as officials continue to assess the full extent of the damage.
Communities Impacted by the Potiskum Floods
According to NEMA’s preliminary validation, floodwaters spread across five wards, affecting homes, businesses, and infrastructure. The communities impacted include:
- Old Prison
- Filin Mashe
- Unguwar Makafi
- Unguwar Jaje Bakin Kwari
- Afghanistan
- Tsangaya
- Karofi
- Bayan Garejin Dan Juma
- Jigawa (Behind NTA)
- Makarahuta
- Tandari
- Nahuta
- Rugan Fulani
- Ramin Kasa
- Uganda (Behind New Prison)
- Gadan Talakawa Arikime
- Yindiski (Bayan Stadium)
- Unguwar Wazamn Dan Fulani
- Yandiksi Ganuwa
- Filin Allah
- Helma Saleh/Kukuwale
Currently, 102 households—about 612 individuals—remain displaced, with many camped at Sabon Gari Primary School.
Relief Efforts and Emergency Response
NEMA confirmed that displaced households were mainly from Bayan Garejin Dan Juma (56 households), Afghanistan (21 households), and Unguwar Wazamn Dan Fulani (25 households). To cushion the impact of the floods, the Yobe State Government, through SEMA, has distributed relief materials such as:
- Food supplies
- Shelter items
- Hygiene kits (mosquito nets, mats, blankets, buckets, and kettles)
- Medical support provided by Primary Health Care teams
Efforts are also underway to reintegrate displaced families into host communities while ensuring safety and proper recovery measures.
For context, similar flood response strategies in Nigeria have been highlighted by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), which underscores the importance of coordinated action in disaster-prone regions.
Humanitarian Challenges and Next Steps
While immediate relief has been provided, NEMA emphasized that gaps in humanitarian needs remain, especially concerning long-term housing, clean water access, and healthcare support. The joint response team is actively working with federal authorities, humanitarian agencies, and development partners to bridge these gaps.
The agency has also reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that internally displaced persons (IDPs) return safely to their homes once conditions are deemed safe.
For more updates on disaster response and community safety in Nigeria, you can explore related coverage on Androidpols, which regularly shares emergency preparedness guides and public safety resources.
Rebuilding Lives After the Potiskum Floods
The 2025 floods in Potiskum are a stark reminder of the growing impact of climate change in Nigeria and the urgent need for disaster preparedness. With over 600 individuals displaced and 21 communities affected, coordinated efforts between government agencies, humanitarian partners, and local communities remain critical.
NEMA’s swift response has provided immediate relief, but sustained recovery measures will be vital to help affected families rebuild their lives. As efforts continue, the focus must remain on resilience, infrastructure improvement, and long-term flood management to prevent future crises.
