Deputy Governor Leads Emergency Assessment of Flood-Hit Communities in Jimeta-Yola

Deputy Governor Leads Emergency Assessment of Flood-Hit Communities in Jimeta-Yola

Deputy Governor Professor Kaletapwa Farauta conducted an on-the-spot assessment of flood-ravaged communities in Jimeta-Yola on Wednesday, following a heavy downpour that left a trail of destruction across several neighborhoods.

The impacted areas include parts of Bachure community, Kasuwan Katako, the Yola Half Cloverleaf Flyover axis, Nyibango, and other surrounding communities. In the aftermath of the torrential rainfall, what once were roads now resemble flowing streams, with widespread damage to houses, road infrastructure, and personal property.

During the inspection, affected residents attributed the devastating flooding to a combination of factors, including construction on waterways, blocked drainage systems, and inadequate drainage infrastructure. Community members have called on the state government to expand existing drainage channels to mitigate future occurrences.

While no casualties have been reported, residents are now grappling with the aftermath, counting significant material losses as they begin recovery efforts.

Speaking shortly after the assessment tour, Deputy Governor Professor Farauta identified building on waterways as a primary contributor to the flooding incident. She issued a stern warning to residents against such practices, emphasizing their detrimental consequences.

“Government will continue to provide necessary infrastructure to ensure the safety and well-being of all citizens,” the Deputy Governor stated, assuring the affected communities of the state’s commitment to addressing the situation.

The Deputy Governor was accompanied on the inspection by the Commissioner of Works, Engineer Suleiman Abubakar, and the Commissioner for Environment, Sadiq Muhammad.

As floodwaters begin to recede, authorities are expected to conduct further assessments to determine the full extent of the damage and coordinate relief efforts for the affected residents