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MOKWA, NIGER STATE – At least 151 people are dead after severe Niger State flooding devastated Mokwa, a market town in north-central Nigeria. The Mokwa flood struck early Friday. Days of heavy rain caused nearby rivers to overflow.
“The situation is dire,” said Ibrahim Audu Husseini, spokesman for the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA). “We are still assessing the extent of the damage and casualties as some communities remain inaccessible.” Mokwa, over 300 kilometers from Abuja, is now a scene of widespread destruction. Homes are submerged, farmlands are ruined, and displaced families seek shelter due to the Mokwa flood.
Over 3,000 Homeless in Niger State Flooding
The Niger State flooding has displaced over 3,000 residents, NSEMA reports. At least 500 households are affected across three communities in Mokwa. Entire neighborhoods are underwater. Only rooftops are visible in many areas. Eyewitness videos show residents wading through waist-deep water, carrying children and salvaging belongings.
“We lost everything,” stated Yusuf Garba, a local trader. His home and shop were destroyed by the Mokwa flood. “We are pleading for help—food, water, and shelter.” Relief efforts are ongoing. Washed-out roads and poor telecommunications challenge emergency crews.
Death Toll May Rise; “Wake-Up Call” for Flood Prevention After Mokwa Flood
Authorities warn the death toll from the Niger State flooding could increase. Search-and-rescue teams struggle to reach remote villages. This disaster highlights Nigeria’s vulnerability to climate-induced flooding. Experts say deforestation, poor urban planning, and inadequate drainage have worsened this vulnerability.
“This isn’t just a natural disaster—it’s a wake-up call,” said environmental expert Aisha Danlami. “We need long-term solutions, not just emergency responses.” The federal government has not yet issued a formal statement on the Mokwa flood. There is growing pressure for a national strategy to address flood risk and build climate resilience.
By Abdullah Korede
