At least 414,000 people have been displaced and 30 others killed by the devastating flood in Maiduguri, Borno State.
The flood began after the Alau Dam overflowed following heavy rains, resulting in the worst flooding in the city in 30 years, according to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and residents of Maiduguri Metropolitan Council.
NEMA spokesman Manzo Ezekiel confirmed the casualties and stated that nearly half a million people are now in nine IDP camps across the state. The flood also affected 23,000 households, submerging 70% of Maiduguri, including key locations such as the palace of the Shehu of Borno, the state secretariat, and the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.
President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima have expressed deep concern, with Shettima visiting Borno for an on-the-ground assessment. Governor Babagana Zulum noted that over one million people have been affected, and the Federal Government has allocated N3 billion for victim rehabilitation.
Meanwhile, floodwaters in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, continued to rise due to ongoing rains, submerging several neighborhoods and damaging homes. The Nigeria Meteorological Agency has warned of further heavy rains and thunderstorms in many states.
In Benue, the State Emergency Management Agency reported an invasion of snakes in some IDP camps, treating 15 cases of snake bites. The World Bank is set to begin constructing 50 shelter units in response to the crisis.
As flood recovery efforts continue, the federal government has pledged to work with state governments to address the challenges posed by flooding across the nation.
At least 414,000 people have been displaced and 30 others killed by the devastating flood in Maiduguri, Borno State
The flood began after the Alau Dam overflowed following heavy rains, resulting in the worst flooding in the city in 30 years, according to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and residents of Maiduguri Metropolitan Council.
NEMA spokesman Manzo Ezekiel confirmed the casualties and stated that nearly half a million people are now in nine IDP camps across the state. The flood also affected 23,000 households, submerging 70% of Maiduguri, including key locations such as the palace of the Shehu of Borno, the state secretariat, and the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.
President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima have expressed deep concern, with Shettima visiting Borno for an on-the-ground assessment. Governor Babagana Zulum noted that over one million people have been affected, and the Federal Government has allocated N3 billion for victim rehabilitation.
Meanwhile, floodwaters in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, continued to rise due to ongoing rains, submerging several neighborhoods and damaging homes. The Nigeria Meteorological Agency has warned of further heavy rains and thunderstorms in many states.
In Benue, the State Emergency Management Agency reported an invasion of snakes in some IDP camps, treating 15 cases of snake bites. The World Bank is set to begin constructing 50 shelter units in response to the crisis.
As flood recovery efforts continue, the federal government has pledged to work with state governments to address the challenges posed by flooding across the nation.
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