Heavy Rains and Floods in Central Nigeria Claim at Least 36 Lives _ N18G

Heavy Rains and Floods in Central Nigeria Claim at Least 36 Lives | N18G

Severe flooding in central Nigeria has killed at least 26 people and destroyed over 50 homes in Mokwa, Niger state. The disaster comes early in the country’s rainy season, which typically runs from May to November. Search and rescue operations are ongoing, with many still missing. Poor drainage, building on waterways, and waste blocking water channels worsen the crisis. Nigeria has a long history of deadly floods, with over 1,200 deaths and 1.2 million displaced in 2024 alone. The situation in Niger state is especially dire, already hit by violence from insurgents and armed gangs. Watch the full report.

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