Yobe State has been struck by devastating floods, impacting over 30 communities across 12 Local Government Areas. In response, Governor Mai Mala Buni has mandated the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) to deliver immediate aid to those affected.
Dr. Mohammed Goje, Executive Secretary of SEMA, shared the details in an interview with Neptune Prime on Tuesday. According to SEMA’s assessment, the floods have affected 4,976 households, totaling 10,845 individuals. The disaster has also caused significant damage to over 14,082 rooms, primarily mud shelters, perimeter walls, and toilet facilities.
The floods have also taken a toll on public infrastructure, severely impacting institutions such as the College of Health and Technology in Nguru and several schools across the affected local government areas.
Despite the challenges, SEMA, in collaboration with local government authorities and community volunteers, has ramped up efforts to evacuate and support the victims. Dr. Goje highlighted that Governor Buni’s immediate directive has facilitated the timely delivery of aid, with a focus on the most severely affected regions.
“SEMA has identified high-risk areas, including Amaturu, Warsala, Kukareta, Furi, Sumsumma, Old Nangere, Gari Dish, Nangere, Magurau, Garin Ari, Chilariye, Dawasa, Gari Disu, Tsohon Nguru, Nayi-Nawa, Garbi/Bobori, SBG Kanuri, GwaoYo Dina, Sabon Gari, Katuzu, Toshia, Bulanti, Yunusari Town, Garin Buba, Kukawa, Haru Gari, Bara, Gabai, Gulani, and Yalma,” Dr. Goje said.
Neptune Prime reported that the swift action taken by the state government and SEMA has brought hope to the affected communities. As the state continues to deal with the aftermath of the floods, SEMA is urging community members to support each other and calling on local government teams to intensify awareness efforts, especially in high-risk areas.
