Early morning downpour renders thousand homeless in Adamawa

Thousands of people have been rendered homeless following a heavy downpour that lasted four hours.

The rain, which started around 6 a.m., disrupted daily activities, preventing workers and schoolchildren from going to their offices and schools. In some areas, residents were unable to step out of their homes.

The worst-hit areas include Shagari Low-Cost Estate in Yola South, as well as Jambutu, Bachure, Runde, and Shinko in Yola North Local Government Area, where thousands of families were seen squatting along the roadside.

Speaking to Tribune Online on Tuesday, the Executive Secretary of the Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency (ADSEMA), Dr. Celine Laori, described the flooding as devastating. She, however, confirmed that no lives had been lost, though thousands of families had been displaced.

“My office, the police, fire service, and other security agencies are all carrying out rescue operations in the affected areas,” she said.

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Meanwhile, the Adamawa State Police Command spokesperson, SP Suleiman Nguroje, said in a statement that marine police officers had been deployed for rescue operations.

“The Commissioner of Police, CP Dankombo Morris, has personally visited some flood-affected areas of Limiwa, Rumde, Shinko, Jambutu, and others to assess the situation for necessary assistance.

“Members of the public in the affected areas are advised to remain calm, avoid flooded zones, and ensure the safety of their families and property.”

The Command also assured residents of its commitment to protecting lives and property during and after the flooding.

NIGERIAN TRIBUNE