60,000+ displaced, 1 million affected by severe flooding in central Nigeria, driven by Niger and Benue rivers, impacting Kogi State.

Severe flooding in central Nigeria, driven by the Niger and Benue rivers, has displaced over 60,000 individuals, with estimates suggesting that more than one million may be affected. The Red Cross reports significant damage to land and infrastructure, particularly in Kogi State. Local officials and residents link the disaster to climate change, poor urban planning, and dam water releases. Displacement camps are overwhelmed, with ongoing efforts to assist victims and assess damages.

October 13, 2024
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