A devastating flood has struck the Bauchi North Senatorial District, resulting in the loss of three lives, including domestic animals, and widespread destruction of properties worth millions of Naira.
The flood, caused by three days of non-stop heavy rainfall, has affected several villages and communities in the region.
In response to the disaster, Bauchi State Governor, Sen Bala Mohammed, has established a committee led by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Barr Ibrahim Kashim Mohammed, to assess the damage and provide relief to the affected areas.
The committee has visited Giade LGA to evaluate the extent of the destruction, including the Giade-Shira portion of the Federal Highway, which has been completely washed away.
The team has also inspected other affected areas, including the Giade-Azare State Road and the Azare-Jama’are Federal dual carriageway portion of the Kano-Maiduguri Expressway. The SSG, on behalf of the Governor, has expressed sympathy with the victims and assured them of government support to mitigate the effects of the losses.
The Bauchi State Government has presented relief materials to the flood victims across three local government areas affected by the disaster. However, reports indicate that the Azare-Isawa Road has been cut off, leaving many communities stranded.
