Breaking: Over 100 Dead, 75 Buried, as Heavy Flood Sweeps Away 100 in Top Northern State

Tinubu Directs Prompt Activation of Emergency Response

* President Tinubu Orders Activation of Emergency Response Amid Devastating Floods In a swift response to the catastrophic flooding in Mokwa, Niger State, which has led to the loss of over 100 lives and the displacement of numerous families, President Bola Tinubu has activated the National Emergency Response Centre. The directive follows alarming reports detailing the disaster’s extensive impact. Reports indicate that at least 75 individuals hav…

Floods: Tinubu directs NEMA to intensify rescue efforts in Niger as death toll hits 100

By Myke Agunwa President Bola Tinubu has directed the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and security agencies to intensify rescue activities and relief operations in Mokwa, Niger state to cushion the effect of flooding . Recall that high torrential flood on Wednesday swept through some communities in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State, claiming over 100 lives, with more than 100 persons still missing as of Friday. The surging …

Breaking: Over 100 dead, 75 buried, as heavy flood sweeps away 100 in top northern state

On Saturday, May 31, the deputy governor of Niger state, Mr. Yakubu Garba, confirmed that 100 persons have been reported dead as heavy flood ravaged two communities.

Niger Flood Tragedy: Tinubu Mobilises NEMA, Vows Swift Federal Aid For Victims

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate mobilisation of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and other relevant federal agencies to provide urgent assistance to victims of the devastating flood disaster in Mokwa local government area of Niger State. In a swift response to what he described as a “distressing tragedy,” President Tinubu vowed that the federal government would deliver a coordinated and compassionate relief effort …

Death Toll From Flooding In Niger State Surpasses 100

Over 100 people have died in devastating flash floods that swept through parts of Niger State. According to emergency officials, the death toll is still climbing as rescue teams continue searching for those missing. The flooding began after heavy rainfall late Wednesday night, causing water to rush through communities around Mokwa, destroying homes and sweeping […]

NEMA Provides Relief Support In Response To Flooding In Mokwa, Niger State - Swift Reporters

In the early hours of Thursday, a devastating flood struck the Kpege area of Mokwa, Niger State, resulting in tragic loss of life, damage to homes, and disruption of livelihoods. In response, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has mobilized essential relief efforts to support those displaced by this disaster. According to a press release signed by the Director General, NEMA, Zubaida Umar, Search and rescue operations are currently u…