HEAVY CALAMITY Hits Niger Communities As 111 Are Killed In Devastating Flood - Details Emerge

A devastating flood has struck Mokwa, Niger State, Nigeria, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The disaster occurred after a four-hour rainfall on Wednesday night, which led to the collapse of the Mokwa Bridge linking the North and Southwest regions. The bridge's collapse has stranded thousands of motorists and passengers, disrupting trade activities between the two regions.

According to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the death toll has reached 111, with many more still missing. The flood has also destroyed farmlands, roads, and buildings, leaving over 5,000 people displaced. The Niger State Deputy Governor, Yakubu Garba, visited the affected area and assessed the situation, confirming that over 100 bodies had been recovered.

The Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF) has commiserated with the victims, attributing the incident to the stark realities of climate change. The NGF Chairman, Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq, has pledged to work with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and NEMA to mitigate the effects of climate change and support affected communities.

NEMA has provided relief materials, including food and non-food items, to support the victims. The agency is working with the Red Cross and Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) to coordinate search and rescue operations. The state government has also received relief materials from NEMA, which will be distributed to the victims.

The collapse of the Mokwa Bridge has highlighted the need for urgent infrastructure repair and maintenance. Motorists are calling for the authorities to fix the bridge and provide alternative solutions to mitigate the impact of future floods. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of disaster preparedness and response planning to minimize the effects of natural disasters.

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