The collapse of a dam in northeast Nigeria has caused severe flooding, affecting over one million people and displacing thousands. Heavy rains triggered the overflow in Borno State, destroying homes and flooding entire communities, including a state-owned zoo that released crocodiles and snakes into residential areas.
Rescue operations are ongoing, with civilians and emergency personnel searching for survivors. Some areas are completely submerged, and there are growing concerns about waterborne diseases due to flooded sewer systems. The disaster compounds an already dire humanitarian crisis in the region, which has been deeply affected by Boko Haram’s insurgency, displacing millions over the last decade.
While Nigeria’s Vice President and Borno State’s governor have promised aid, supplies have been slow to reach the victims. The country has seen multiple floods this year, with over 229 fatalities, highlighting the urgent need for better disaster preparedness.
