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Devastating Floods Displace Two Million in Nigeria's Maiduguri in Borno State

© Photo X / @uthmangaltimariZulum Activates Gov’t Machinery to Avert Flood Disaster in Borno
Zulum Activates Gov’t Machinery to Avert Flood Disaster in Borno - Sputnik Africa, 1920, 28.09.2024
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Widespread flooding across Nigeria, exacerbated by the collapse of the Alau Dam in Borno State, caused widespread devastation, including damage to homes, infrastructure, crops, and shelters. The flooding also disrupted livelihoods, displaced numerous people, and hampered access to essential services such as schools and hospitals.
About two million people remain displaced in Maiduguri, Nigeria's Borno State, following devastating floods that struck the city in early September, said Babagana Zulum, governor of northeastern Borno State.
"Most of our people are still displaced and many infrastructure damaged by the flood," stated Babagana Zulum, addressing officials at a Nigerian bank that donated about $600 million for flood relief.
Governor Zulum assured that all donations will be used to help flood victims, and distribution of aid, including cash, food, and essential supplies, has begun. Institutions and individuals, including Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, also contributed to relief efforts.
The city's economic activity remains stalled, with many struggling to cope with their losses and the trauma of displacement.
This handout photo provided by the Polish fire department, shows a flooded area near the Nysa Klodzka river in Nysa, Poland on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024. - Sputnik Africa, 1920, 22.09.2024
About 57,000 Poles Directly Affected by Devastating Flooding
The severe floods, which claimed at least 40 lives, left many seeking refuge in open spaces, religious centers, and 32 displaced persons camps, including public schools.
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