Flood-Ravaged Village in Yobe Leaves Trail of Destruction and Death

In the Bade Local Government Area of Yobe, a devastating flood has left a trail of destruction and death since early August. According to council chairman Babagana Ibrahim, at least 20 people have lost their lives in the disaster, with most of the deceased trapped under the debris of collapsed mud houses.

The flood has also destroyed over 10,000 houses and farmlands across 200 communities, leaving thousands of people displaced. The chairman listed the worst-hit villages as Misilli, Lawan Musa, Dagona, Dala, Katuzu, and Sabongarin Gashua. Currently, 2,000 persons are taking shelter in three camps in Gashua, including Goodluck, Zango 2, and Babuje.

Despite the severity of the disaster, the council has been feeding the displaced persons since they arrived at the camps. The council has also received aid from Sen. Ahmed Lawan, former Senate President, who donated N10 million to the victims. The state government has also begun distributing non-food items to the victims.

However, the council chairman has urged the federal government to come to the aid of the flood victims, whose population is increasing by the day. Ibrahim emphasized that the magnitude of the disaster is enormous, and the council lacks the capacity to manage it on its own. He appealed to the federal government, through the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), to provide assistance to the affected communities.

As the situation continues to unfold, it is essential for international aid and support to be provided to the affected communities in Yobe. The devastating impact of the flood on the people and infrastructure of the region cannot be overstated, and timely intervention is crucial to alleviate the suffering of those affected.