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Nigeria: 31,000 families affected by flood in Yobe – SEMA
Nigeria: 31,000 families affected by flood in Yobe – SEMA
By: Our Reporter
The Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), on Wednesday said about 31, 000 families were affected by flood, while 6,592 residents were displaced in various communities across the 17 local government in the state.
Yobe, a state in the northeast region which have been battling with Boko Haram insurgency’ have also this year recorded high number of displaced persons as a result of flood.
Executive Secretary, State Emergency Management Agency, Dr. Mohammed Goje, in a press briefing in Damaturu, said the 255 communities affected are sited along Rivers Komadugu-Gana and Yobe banks and flood plains in the state.
He stressed that heavy downpours of rain between May and September resulted in flooding of 255 communities across the state.
According to him, the two-month rainfall led to the deaths of five children in Gashua, displacement of people and destruction of houses, food items and 645 livestock worth millions of naira.
According to him, some of the affected communities to include Gashua, Jakusko, Geidam, Jumbam, Girgir, Dapchi, Mutai, Katarko and Bara in Gulani Council.
Goje said that the magnitude of the flood disaster is high and needs multi-sectorial and inter-agency intervention with robust resource mobilisation at state and council levels, because the magnitude of the flood is the worst in recent times in Yobe State.
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“These are to cushion hardships the flood victims are undergoing. The responses are to ensure that in times of such flooding, appropriate institutional processes and procedures, coordination and resources are in place.
“The mitigations against flooding are put in place to support the affected households and communities. The worst hit communities are Jakusko, Gashua, Jumbam and Mutai,” he noted.
On source of the flood, he said: “The state has unfortunately become the last destination of heavy floods from various dams and rivers in Nigeria, including the Lagdo dam in Cameroon.
“The water that flows from dams in Kano State through Hadejia settles in the Nguru wetlands, Bade and Jakusko communities, while the water that flows from the Jos Plateau to Bauchi to Kafin Zaki, Birnin Kudu and Kiyawa, Jama’are, Gamawa, Nangere, finally settles in Jakusko community in Yobe State.
Nigeria: 31,000 families affected by flood in Yobe – SEMA
FG Declares Public Holiday on June 12 to Mark Democracy Day
By: Michael Mike
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, 12th June, 2025 as Public Holiday to commemorate this year’s democracy day celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, congratulated Nigerians on this occasion of 26 years of an uninterrupted civil rule.
He said: “June 12 represents our historic journey to building a nation where truth and justice reign and peace is sustained and our future assured.
“The last 26 years tells the story of our resilience, strength and courage and a hope Renewed than ever.”
The Minister while noting that Democracy is sustained with open doors for further improvement, reiterated the commitment of the Renewed Hope government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) to the universal value of democracy that is based on freely-expressed will of the people in determining Nigeria’s political, economic, social and cultural systems.
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Chieftaincy dispute causes chaos in Muye village in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
A renewed chieftaincy tussle in Muye village, Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State, has sparked violent confrontations between rival supporters, prompting swift intervention by security operatives.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the crisis began around 6:20 p.m. on Thursday when the deposed village head, Alhaji Mohammed Abdulkadir Maigari II, forcefully returned to Muye and broke into the palace.
The incident provoked tension among residents, especially after supporters of the current Dakachi confronted the deposed monarch. The situation was immediately brought under control by a team of security personnel from Lapai.
However, Zagazola learnt that the situation escalated on Friday morning when supporters of both camps clashed again, leading to a free-for-all fight that disrupted public peace in the community.
Security sources were swiftly deployed to Muye to restore normalcy.
“The combined security teams have brought the situation under control. Monitoring and surveillance operations are ongoing to prevent further breakdown of law and order,” the source said.
No casualties or arrests have been officially confirmed as of the time of filing this report.
Chieftaincy dispute causes chaos in Muye village in Niger
Eid-el-Kabir: IPCR Calls on Nigerians to Peace, Harmony
By: Michael Mike
Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has called on Nigerians to promote peace and harmony in their communities, recognizing that peace is essential to national development and progress.
The advice was given by the Director General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR), Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, in his message on Eid-el-Kabir.
The Institute, while extending warm greetings to Nigerians, wished them a joyous and peaceful celebration, marked by love, compassion, and unity.
The Institute while noting that Sallah is a significant occasion in the Islamic calendar, symbolizing the values of sacrifice, gratitude, and community, emphasized that the spirit of Sallah should guide Nigerians in their interactions with one another, fostering a culture of peace, tolerance, and understanding.
The IPCR urged Nigerians to promote peace and harmony in their communities, recognizing that peace is essential to national development and progress, while
encouraging individuals to embrace the values of Sallah, including forgiveness, empathy, and kindness, in their daily lives.
According to IPCR, peace is critical to promoting national stability and cohesion.
The Institute also urged Nigerians to use this period of Sallah celebration to address conflicts and promote dialogue, which could help to build trust and understanding among Nigerians and also contribute to a more peaceful society.
It recognized that the country’s many ethnic and religious groups can work together to build a more harmonious society, celebrating their differences and promoting a culture of tolerance.
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