Nigeria Floods: Over 110 Dead After Torrential Rain in Central Region

Nigeria Floods Claim Over 110 Lives

At least 110 people have died in devastating floods in central Nigeria following torrential rainfall, officials report.

Impact of the Floods

The intense rainfall, lasting several hours, led to floodwaters that swept away over 50 homes, according to Abullahi Baba-Arah, head of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (Nsema). The most affected areas include the Tiffin Maza and Anguwan Hausawa districts of Mokwa town.

Community Devastation

Muhammad Shaba Aliyu, Mokwa's District Head, described the flooding as unprecedented in the last 60 years. He has appealed to the government for urgent support for the affected communities. "I beg the government to support us," Mr Aliyu stated.

Recent History of Flooding

This disaster highlights the vulnerability of northern Nigeria to heavy rainfall and flooding, similar to the events of 2024, which caused widespread damage. The severe flooding in 2022 displaced around 1.3 million people and caused more than 600 deaths. The increasing frequency of such events is a growing concern.