Tinubu orders immediate evacuation of flood victims in Borno

….as Borno museum raises alert over deadly animals swept into communities

Following a devastating flood that ravaged several communities in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep concern about the incident, placing Nigeria on red alert.

The Informant247 reports that the worst flood in decades has displaced thousands of residents and affected facilities such as the Post office, museum and the Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.

Tinubu, in a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, ordered the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to immediately deploy its resources to assist victims while also calling for the immediate evacuation of those worst affected by the disaster.

Part of the statement said: “President Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of the State, especially to the families that have lost their means of livelihood due to the disaster triggered by the overflow of the Alau Dam.

“While relevant authorities are still assessing the damage wrought by the flood, the President calls for the immediate evacuation of people from affected areas.

“President Tinubu assures Governor Babagana Umara Zulum that the Federal Government is ready to collaborate to address the immediate humanitarian needs of the affected people.

“He orders the National Emergency Management Agency to assist the flood victims. The President remains committed to mobilising federal resources to support the state during this difficult time.”

Borno museum raises alert over deadly animals swept into communities

Meanwhile, the Borno Museum Park has raised the alarm over the incursion of deadly animals into residential communities as a result of the devastating flood in the state.

According to the General manager of Borno State Museum Park, Ali Abatcha Don Best, while disclosing this in a statement on Tuesday, the flood disaster caused damage to properties and led to the deaths of over 80% of animals.

“The General cc manager Borno State Museum Park wish to announce that the recent flood disaster has disrupted and caused a damage to properties and loss of lives of more than 80% of the animals.”

“In this devastating period of flood disaster, The General manager wish to also announce that some deadly animals have been washed away into our communities, animals like crocodiles and snakes; he called on the attention of the General public to be aware and take all the necessary precautions measures to avoid these animals.

“With regret, a sense of concern and responsibility, The General manager wish to ensure safety and protection for the remaining living things within his jurisdiction.

“Lastly, He prayed for a quick relief from Almighty Allah and called all citizens to pray and turn back to Almighty Allah,” the statement read.