Devastating Floods Hit Mokwa, Niger State, Displacing Hundreds

Devastating Floods Hit Mokwa, Niger State, Displacing Hundreds. Severe floods have struck Mokwa in Niger State, Nigeria, leaving hundreds displaced and dozens of homes destroyed. The disaster, caused by days of heavy rainfall and the overflowing of the River Niger, has submerged farmlands, cut off roads, and disrupted local livelihoods.

Residents are calling for urgent government intervention as many now seek shelter in schools and religious centers. Local officials confirm that emergency response efforts are underway, but access to affected communities remains limited due to rising water levels.

Authorities are urging residents in flood-prone areas to relocate to safer ground as weather forecasts predict continued rainfall.

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