6 d. ago Mokwa flood: We stand in solidarity with victims’ families, residents — ActionAid Nigeria

Tribune Online Mokwa flood: We stand in solidarity with victims’ families, residents — ActionAid Nigeria ActionAid Nigeria has expressed solidarity with the affected families and residents of the devastating floods in Mokwa, Niger State, which have destroyed vast hectares of farmland, homes, and businesses. Mokwa flood: We stand in solidarity with victims’ families, residents — ActionAid Nigeria Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Nigeria’s flood crisis: Tragedy, response, and the way forward

On May 29, 2025, the town of Mokwa in Niger State experienced devastating floods due to the intense rainfall lasting read more Nigeria’s flood crisis: Tragedy, response, and the way forward

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7 d. ago Risk Managers Seek Review Of Nigeria’s Early Warning Systems

Risk managers under the auspices of the Risk Managers Society of Nigeria (RIMSON) have called for an immediate reassessment of Nigeria’s early warning systems following the devastating flood in Mokwa, Niger State which claimed over 200 lives and destroyed more than 3,000 property. The catastrophic flooding, triggered by torrential rainfall, left a trail of death […]

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1 week ago FG Announces N2bn Support Fund For Niger Flood Victims As Death Toll Rises To 161

Federal Government has approved N2 billion for the rebuilding of houses destroyed by recent flooding, which ravaged communities in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. In a statement by Niger State Emergency Management Agency, revealed that the devastating event, led to the death of 161 people. NSEMA Director General Abdullahi Baba-Arah, made the disclosure […] The post FG Announces N2bn Support Fund For Niger Flood Victims As Death Toll Rises To 161 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Minister Mourns Mokwa Flood Victims, Urges National Action On Climate Change

Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, has expressed sorrow over the devastating floods that struck Mokwa, Niger State, claiming the lives of at least 200 people, including women and children. Offering prayers and condolences to the bereaved in a statement on Wednesday, the minister described the tragedy as heartbreaking. The […]

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1 week ago Niger flood: Northern elders raise alarm over recurring disaster

… call on federal government for swift and comprehensive support From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Northern Elders Forum (NEF), has expressed deep sorrow over the devastating flood disaster that has struck Niger State, claiming the lives of over 160 people and destroying billions of naira worth of infrastructure, homes, and livelihoods. The Forum called on […] The post Niger flood: Northern elders raise alarm over recurring disaster appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Mokwa Flood: FG Blames Climate Change, Says Dams Not Responsible

  Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, has attributed the recent flood disaster in Mokwa, Niger State, to extreme weather conditions triggered by climate change rather than any dam-related activity, dispelling speculation about the safety of the Kainji and Jebba dams. The minister, who stated this at a press briefing in Abuja, […]

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1 week ago Excessive rainfall, poor drainages and climate change responsible for Mokwa flooding – FG

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Federal Government has debunked the speculations that the recent devastating flood in Mokwa, Niger State, was caused by release of water from nearby dams. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, who stated this at a news conference in Abuja explained that both the Kainji and […] The post Excessive rainfall, poor drainages and climate change responsible for Mokwa flooding – FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Niger North Senator Donates ₦50m To Support Mokwa Flood Victims

The Senator representing Niger North and Chairman of Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, Abubakar Sani Bello has donated the sum of N50million in aid of the devastating flood that ravaged Mokwa, Niger State. The donation was announced on behalf of the Senator Bello by a high-level delegation to express his condolences to the people of […]

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1 week ago Flash floods in Mokwa disrupt truck movement, cause losses to perishable goods owners — NSEMA

Tribune Online Flash floods in Mokwa disrupt truck movement, cause losses to perishable goods owners — NSEMA The recent flood disaster that devastated residents of Mokwa town in Niger South Senatorial District has not only affected the people in the area but has also caused untold hardship to motorists, especially articulated heavy-duty trucks and fuel tanker vehicles... Flash floods in Mokwa disrupt truck movement, cause losses to perishable goods owners — NSEMA Tribune Online

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1 week ago ACF Commiserates With Niger, Kano States Over Mokwa Flood, Dakatsalle Road Traffic Accident

Jolted by news of two tragedies, the apex northern sociocultural group Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has commiserated with the governments and peoples of Niger and Kano States over their experiences of these recent disasters. A few days ago, Niger State experienced a devastating flood. This unprecedented flood claimed many lives, destroyed property, disrupted livelihoods, submerged […]

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2 w. ago Mokwa flood disaster: Tinubu praised for quick response as relief pours in for victims

From John Adams, Minna The Niger State government has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the swift response over the flood disaster that wreak havoc in Mokwa, Mokwa local government area of the state, leaving well over 151 people dead and 3 ,018 household swept away following a torrential rain fall last week Wednesday. The […] The post Mokwa flood disaster: Tinubu praised for quick response as relief pours in for victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Mokwa flood: Tinubu commiserates with victims’ families, sends delegation to Niger State Govt

..As NISEMA puts casualty figure at 151 From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja, John Adams, Minna President Bola Tinubu has ordered an immediate activation of the National Emergency Response Centre in response to the catastrophic flooding in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State, which has claimed over 100 lives and left many families homeless. […] The post Mokwa flood: Tinubu commiserates with victims’ families, sends delegation to Niger State Govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago 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 […]

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2 w. ago Tinubu orders swift emergency response as Mokwa floods devastate Niger State

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate activation of the National Emergency Response Centre in response to the catastrophic flooding in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State, which has claimed over 100 lives and left many families homeless. The President’s directive came early Saturday after receiving distressing reports about the […] The post Tinubu orders swift emergency response as Mokwa floods devastate Niger State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Niger Flood: 117 Bodies Recovered As NEMA Intensifies Search For More Victims

About 117 bodies have been recovered and given mass burial at the Mokwa burial ground following the devastating flood at Kpege area of Mokwa in Niger State on Thursday. Our correspondent gathered yesterday that apart from 40 Islamiya pupils’ bodies recovered from Tiffin Maza and Anguwan Hausawa in Mokwa town, the surrounding villages of Ya […]

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2 w. ago 21 Dead, 10 Missing As Flood Hits Niger Communities, Destroys Properties

No fewer than 21 persons have been killed, while 10 residents missing in a devastating flash flood that occurred in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the unfortunate development happened on Thursday, after a torrential downpour struck overnight. In a statement by Acting Director General of the Niger State Emergency […] The post 21 Dead, 10 Missing As Flood Hits Niger Communities, Destroys Properties appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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