Thousands of people in Bayelsa communities have been forced from their homes due to severe flooding. Many victims from various communities are now sheltering on bridges, roads, and in makeshift camps, sending urgent pleas to the Federal and Bayelsa State governments for help. The floods have submerged homes, schools, healthcare centers, places of worship, roads, … Read more
At least two people have lost their lives due to floods that swept through parts of Ibadan on Tuesday EKO HOT BLOG reports. Heavy flooding on Wednesday impacted areas in Oluyole and Ibadan South West local government regions, causing the destruction of properties valued in the millions of naira. In a statement made available, NEMA … Read more
The Borno State government has initiated a fumigation exercise as floodwaters begin to recede in Maiduguri, the state capital. This was announced by Abdurrahman Bundi, Senior Special Adviser on New Media to Governor Babagana Zulum, during a press briefing at the Flood Disaster Situation Room in Maiduguri. Bundi explained that the fumigation is being carried … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Nigeria to represent the country at the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in the United States. This was disclosed in a statement released on Sunday by Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima’s Senior Special Adviser on Media and Communication. EDITOR’S PICKS Gospel Singer Dele Gold Laid to Rest in Lagos (PHOTOS) … Read more
In response to the devastating flood disaster in Maiduguri, Borno State, numerous prominent individuals have made substantial donations to assist victims and bolster recovery efforts. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Borno State government reported receiving over N12 billion in cash and in-kind donations to support those affected by the Alau Dam flood disaster. Abdurrahman … Read more
Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), Chairman/CEO of the NDLEA, visited Borno State Governor Prof. Babagana Zulum and the Shehu of Borno, His Highness Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai El-Kanemi, to offer condolences following a devastating flood in Maiduguri. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the flood resulted in numerous deaths, widespread displacement, and extensive property damage. … Read more
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, alongside his running mate, Datti Baba-Ahmad, have donated ₦50 million to assist victims of the recent floods in Maiduguri. The donation was made during a visit by the Labour Party leadership and the Obidient Movement to the Borno State capital, where they expressed their … Read more
Abubakar Mohammed, a convict who escaped during the recent collapse of the Nigerian Correctional Service facility due to flooding in Maiduguri, has been re-arrested. The Borno State Police Command confirmed his re-arrest in a statement issued on Tuesday. EKO HOT BLOG previously reported the severe flooding that struck the state, leading to the submersion of … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu arrived in Maiduguri at 3:15 p.m. on Monday afternoon to offer his condolences and support to the government and residents affected by the Alau Dam flood disaster. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy Insecurity: Stop Hiding Behind Opposition—APC Urges Zamfara Govt Delta Child Rights Amendment Bill … Read more
Douye Diri, the governor of Bayelsa State, has granted civil servants in the state a seven-day time off from work, excluding those performing essential services, due to the challenges being encountered as a result of the flood calamity devastating the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that he stated that there was a humanitarian crisis in … Read more