A devastating flood has struck two local government areas in Niger State, Nigeria, leaving seven people missing and 89 houses destroyed. The flood, triggered by heavy rainfall, affected Sabon Pegi in Mashegu Local Government and Nasarawa in Magama Local Government.
The Director General of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), Abdullahi Baba-Arab, confirmed the incident and stated that search and rescue operations are ongoing to locate the missing individuals. According to Baba-Arab, the flood destroyed hundreds of hectares of farmland and washed away three vehicles.
The affected communities include Sabon Pegi in Mashegu and Nasarawa in Magama. NSEMA staff, volunteers, and local riverine communities are conducting search and rescue operations.
This incident adds to the growing list of severe flooding events in Nigeria, driven by heavy rains and river overflows. Such disasters have displaced thousands, destroyed homes and infrastructure, and created urgent humanitarian needs for shelter, food, and medical aid.
The Niger State government has pledged to provide assistance to the affected communities. The incident highlights the need for improved flood management and disaster preparedness measures to mitigate the impact of such events.
In recent years, Nigeria has experienced an increase in severe flooding events, affecting various regions and communities. The government and emergency management agencies are working to address the issue, but more needs to be done to prevent and prepare for such disasters.
