Yobe Floods: 4,521 Households Affected and 7 Dead as Emergency Aid Reaches Communities
Damaturu, Yobe — August 25, 2025: Recent flash floods have devastated multiple communities across Yobe State, affecting 4,521 households and resulting in at least seven deaths, according to state and emergency officials. Relief efforts are underway across the hardest-hit areas. Key Facts at a Glance Households affected: 4,521 across several Yobe communities. Fatalities: At least 7 reported. Worst-hit LGAs: Potiskum and Nangere highlighted by emergency authorities. Relief underway: Shelter materials, hygiene kits, medical support and food distribution reported. Ongoing risks: Authorities warning against construction on waterways and urging flood preparedness. What Happened? Following days of heavy rainfall, flash floods swept through parts of Yobe State, submerging roads and homes. Emergency agencies reported dozens of communities impacted, with displacement in several wards—particularly around Potiskum and Nangere Local Government Areas. State and federal...