Maiduguri Flood: Tinubu Expresses Concern, Orders Immediate NEMA Assistance To Victims

Maiduguri, Borno State- President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday expressed concern over the devastating floods that ravaged parts of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State.

In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of the state, particularly to families who lost their homes and means of livelihood.

Flooding in Maiduguri has displaced hundreds of residents, causing damage to property and disrupting daily life.

The statement read, “The worst flood in recent decades, triggered by the overflow of the Alau Dam, has displaced thousands of residents and affected facilities such as the Post office and the Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.

“While relevant authorities are still assessing the damage wrought by the flood, the President calls for the immediate evacuation of people from affected areas.

“Tinubu assures Gov. Babagana Zulum that the Federal Government is ready to collaborate to address the immediate humanitarian needs of the affected people.”

He added that the President has ordered the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, to assist the flood victims, and remained committed to mobilising federal resources to support the state during this difficult time.