Nigeria president, Muhammadu Buhari has ordered emergency agencies to response swiftly to the ongoing flooding in Makurdi, Benue State.
The flooding which has ravaged the state particularly its capital Makurdi has displaced over 100,000 persons across 12 local government areas.
A statement by Shehu Garba, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity stated that Buhari received the reports of the flooding with great concern.
“President Muhammadu Buhari has received with great concern reports of the flooding in Benue State, which, according to early estimates, has affected thousands of homes and displaced more than 100,000 persons in 12 local government areas.
“Consequently, the President has directed the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to immediately mobilize personnel and resources to come to the aid of the victims of the flooding,” the statement read.
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“The President is closely monitoring the situation, and will be receiving regular updates on the scale of the disaster, as well as the Federal Government’s humanitarian response.
“The President extends his sympathies to the Government and people of Benue State, and assures that the Federal Government will make available any assistance needed to enable the State Government and the affected communities cope with and surmount the impact of the flooding.”
On social media, Nigerians have reacted to the flooding with many calling for help locally and internationally.
If you are in Makurdi presently I need your help,I'm not asking for money,Just used clothes n food stuff.These People need help. PLEASE RT
— fluffy Bear 💕 (@De33ie00) August 31, 2017
If you're displaced by the flood in Makurdi or you know someone who is, please send me a DM. You can come to our house in Makurdi.
— That Andy (@AndyMadaki) August 31, 2017
FLOODS: Benue state capital, Makurdi has been flooded after series of rainfall. Residents seek emergency intervention.
Photos:Ibrahim Obala pic.twitter.com/k1azlSkey0
— Sumner Shagari Sambo (@Sumner_Sambo) August 30, 2017
The floods in Makurdi have barely made news. Why are we like this?
— Editi Effiòng (@EditiEffiong) August 31, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers go to our compatriots in flooded Makurdi. Don't even know what to ask you to do to keep warm. Please hold strong.🙏🏾
— Oby Ezekwesili (@obyezeks) August 28, 2017
