Flooding in Maiduguri

Severe flooding in Maiduguri, Borno State, has displaced thousands of residents after the Alau Dam overflowed and subsequently collapsed, inundating several neighborhoods, especially in Jere Local Government Area. Residents are now sheltering in public schools under dire conditions, facing hunger and uncertainty, as the Borno state government has postponed school resumption by two weeks. Key infrastructures, including bridges and government buildings, have been severely impacted, with warnings issued to avoid flooded areas like the Post Office and Monday Market. In Southern Kaduna, flooding has also devastated villages, displacing over 1,000 people and sweeping away two children, prompting local authorities to assess the damage and prepare relief efforts. The government is expected to provide compensation and relief materials to affected communities. The overall situation in both states remains precarious as floodwaters continue to rise, with many residents losing their homes and livelihoods.