Heavy rainfall and windstorms have reportedly wreaked havoc across parts of Niger and Plateau states.
The incident, which occurred on Sunday, was said to have destroyed homes, farmlands, schools, and places of worship.
According to reports, the floods submerged farmlands across communities in Kafin Koro, Paikoro LGA, and at least 18 communities in Lapai LGA of Niger state.
The affected areas include Dere, Eshi, Apataku, Tsakanabi, Kuchi Kakanda, Arah, Achiba, Rebba, Ebwa, Pele, Edda, Rigido, Gbami, Yawa, Baka, and Muye.
In Plateau state, the rainstorm was reported to have ravaged the Shimankar district in Shendam LGA, destroying no fewer than 50 houses, including two primary schools and a worship centre in the Menkaat community.
When contacted, Ibrahim Hussaini, acting director-general of Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), told TheCable that he was yet to be briefed about the incident.
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) and the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet) had consistently issued seasonal flood warning of imminent risks across several states.
Niger and Plateau are among the listed high-risk areas due to their topography and proximity to major rivers like the Niger and Kaduna Rivers.
