Flood leaves children dead and families homeless in Jigawa
Several families in Gandun Sarki, Jigawa State, have been left homeless after severe flooding caused by a heavy downpour. Two children reportedly died, and others were hospitalised when buildings collapsed during the rain. Community members described how the incident caught residents off guard late at night. Local leaders and affected residents are appealing for urgent government assistance.
What happened
- Two children died and several others were hospitalised after flooding and building collapses in Gandun Sarki community.
- Over 20 houses collapsed, while many more were submerged or surrounded by floodwaters, forcing families to flee.
- Mr Sama’ila, the father of the deceased children, said the room collapsed while his children were sleeping, and other family members are receiving treatment.
- Sani Abubakar, an affected resident, lost his entire house and appealed for shelter and relief materials from the government.
- Community leader Malam Jamilu Bulama and the Hadejia Zonal Public Relations Officer Musa Muhammad confirmed the incident and ongoing efforts to document victims and monitor the situation.
