Deadly Floods Ravaging Maiduguri: Tinubu Orders Evacuation
Tinubu orders evacuation of affected communes, pledges FG’s support
Floods most catastrophic in 3 decades – Shettima
Buhari, Kwankwanso seeks FG intervention
FG moves to evacuate inmates from flooded Maiduguri prison
Recent devastating flooding in Maiduguri has led to the takeover of affected areas by dangerous animals like crocodiles and snakes. The flood has submerged key locations in the city, displacing millions and causing billions of naira in property damage. President Bola Tinubu has called for immediate evacuation and pledged Federal Government support.
Vice President Kashim Shettima termed the floods the most catastrophic in over three decades. Former President Buhari and ex-Governor Kwankwaso have both called for urgent government intervention. Despite ongoing rescue efforts, many lives have been lost.
Tinubu’s directive for immediate action includes evacuating affected areas and providing humanitarian aid. The Federal Government is committed to addressing the crisis and has initiated measures to ensure inmate safety in a flooded prison facility. The situation, exacerbated by the overflow of the Alau Dam, requires prompt and coordinated efforts to safeguard lives and property in Maiduguri.
As the floods continue to wreak havoc, the people of Maiduguri are in dire need of assistance to overcome this unprecedented natural disaster.