A Catastrophe Unfolds in Mokwa
In late May 2025 the town of Mokwa in Niger State Nigeria experienced its worst flooding in six decades
Triggered by torrential rains on May 29 at 3 am the floods devastated the districts of Tiffin Maza and Anguwan Hausawa
The disaster resulted in over 200 confirmed deaths and approximately 500 individuals reported missing and presumed dead
Rescue efforts have been halted with authorities concluding that no more survivors will be found .
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Agricultural and Economic Impact
Beyond the immediate human toll the floods have had a significant impact on agriculture and the economy Over 10000 hectares of paddy fields and croplands were destroyed affecting regional food supply chains
The destruction of property is estimated to be worth millions of naira .
Government Response and Future Measures
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extended condolences to the victims’ families and pledged immediate aid including relief materials and temporary shelters .
He emphasized that affected citizens would not be abandone .
The disaster has highlighted the urgent need for improved flood .
Conclusion
The catastrophic floods in Mokwa serve as a stark reminder of the devastating . impact of natural disasters especially in regions with inadequate infrastructure .
As Nigeria grapples with the aftermath the focus must shift to rebuilding and implementing robust measures to mitigate future risks .