Katsina Governor Radda Offers Condolences for Niger State Flood Victims

 Katsina State Governor Dikko Umaru Radda expressed deep condolences on May 31, 2025, to the government and people of Niger State following catastrophic floods in Mokwa Local Government Area that killed 151 people, displaced 3,018, and destroyed 264 homes.

In a statement from Katsina, Radda described the disaster, caused by heavy rainfall and poor drainage, as a “heart-wrenching tragedy,” pledging Katsina’s solidarity. He prayed for the souls of the deceased and strength for bereaved families, urging federal and international support for Niger’s recovery. Radda also donated ₦50 million to aid relief efforts, emphasizing northern Nigeria’s shared resilience.

The floods, among the worst in Niger State’s history, submerged farmlands and schools, affecting 503 households. President Bola Tinubu activated NEMA’s Emergency Response Centre, delivering food and shelters, while Niger Governor Mohammed Umar Bago declared a state of emergency.

Radda’s gesture, alongside visits from federal ministers, highlights regional unity, though survivors demand long-term solutions like river dredging. Katsina, itself prone to flooding, has invested ₦2 billion in drainage systems since 2023, a model Radda suggested for Niger. The condolence reflects Nigeria’s collective response to climate challenges, with Radda’s leadership reinforcing his commitment to humanitarian causes.