May floods kill 200+, expose weak infrastructure in Niger State.
Heavy rains and a dam failure in late May devastated Mokwa town, Niger State, claiming more than 206 lives and displacing thousands . At least 121 people were injured, while crucial infrastructure—including homes, bridges and farmlands—was destroyed.
Senator Sani Musa provided ₦50 million in relief and food supplies to victims, while President Tinubu activated federal emergency response units.
Locals and experts have blamed the tragedy on poor drainage, neglected infrastructure, and environmental degradation—highlighting systemic governance failures . They argue improved disaster preparedness and community policing are urgently needed.
As cleanup efforts continue, this disaster remains a stark reminder that the state’s capacity to manage climate shocks is critical—and that imbalances in security and development may compound future risks.
I’m Adedayo Obadina
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