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One Million Affected, 414,000 Displaced
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.
The Lagos State Police Command on Saturday confirmed the death of a 20-year-old female staff and injuries to 13 others following a gas explosion at a fast food restaurant in the Ajah area of the state.
Zagazola Makama reports that the incident occurred at about 3:00 p.m. on July 19, at No. 5 Spring Garden Estate, Orchid Road, Ajah.
According to a police sources, the restaurant, owned by one Uchechukwu Godwill Villason, was gutted by fire caused by a suspected gas leak, leading to a massive explosion and subsequent inferno.
A police source at the Lagos State Command said: “Thirteen staff members sustained varying degrees of burns during the incident and were immediately rushed to the General Hospital, Gbagada, for medical treatment.”
Tragically, one of the victims, identified as Kingsley Promise, a 20-year-old female and native of Akwa Ibom State, succumbed to her injuries while receiving treatment.
Police detectives from the division visited the scene for documentation and evidence collection. The affected hospital was also visited, where the deceased’s body and the condition of the injured victims were assessed.
The remains of the deceased have been evacuated to the Mainland General Hospital morgue, Yaba, for autopsy, while investigation into the cause of the explosion is ongoing.
The command advised business owners handling gas-powered appliances to ensure regular maintenance and safety checks to avert similar tragedies.
By: Ali Musa Biu
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Tuesday, received former President Muhammadu Buhari who was in the state to commiserate with the people and government over the 10th of September flood disaster.
Parts of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, and its surrounding local government areas were struck by a devastating flood that claimed several lives and destroyed many properties.
President Buhari who was out of the country when the flood disaster occurred earlier sent a high powered delegation to commiserate with the government and made a N20m donation to the state relief fund.
Making his remarks during the visit, Buhari said, “When this disaster happened, having been governor in Borno during my military career, I could hardly imagine such disaster. I was out of the country, all I could do was to send people to come and sympathise with you.”
In their separate remarks, Governor Zulum and the Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Umar Garbai Elkanemi, expressed gratitude to the former President for the visit.
The former president was accompanied by the ex-Secretary to the federal government, Boss Mustapha, Engr. Sulaiman Adamu, Sen. Hadi Sirika, Prof. Isa Pantami, Engr. Aliyu Mamman, Garba Shehu, Emeka Nwajiuba, Musa Haro Danmadami among other associates.
By: Ali Musa Biu
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Tuesday, received former President Muhammadu Buhari who was in the state to commiserate with the people and government over the 10th of September flood disaster.
Parts of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, and its surrounding local government areas were struck by a devastating flood that claimed several lives and destroyed many properties.
President Buhari who was out of the country when the flood disaster occurred earlier sent a high powered delegation to commiserate with the government and made a N20m donation to the state relief fund.
Making his remarks during the visit, Buhari said, “When this disaster happened, having been governor in Borno during my military career, I could hardly imagine such disaster. I was out of the country, all I could do was to send people to come and sympathise with you.”
In their separate remarks, Governor Zulum and the Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Umar Garbai Elkanemi, expressed gratitude to the former President for the visit.
The former president was accompanied by the ex-Secretary to the federal government, Boss Mustapha, Engr. Sulaiman Adamu, Sen. Hadi Sirika, Prof. Isa Pantami, Engr. Aliyu Mamman, Garba Shehu, Emeka Nwajiuba, Musa Haro Danmadami among other associates.
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