Gov Babagana Zulum of Borno State has confirmed that the state received N3billion intervention fund from the Federal Government, which will be used to cushion the effects of the recent flooding.
Over one million individuals have been displaced due to the catastrophic floods in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State.
Governor Zulum gave more information regarding the devastating events on Wednesday during a donation of cash to those seeking refuge at the Bakassi IDP camp along the Biu-Damboa road in Maiduguri.
Zulum announced that food supplies and other essential items would be provided, with vendors engaged to supply meals to the displaced individuals in the camp.
As part of long-term strategies, the governor indicated that a health committee will be established to monitor potential disease outbreaks and mitigate their effects.
He stated that search and rescue operations have commenced in the affected communities to assess casualties, and data collection of those impacted will begin immediately.
Regarding the flood’s cause, the governor attributed it to the heavy rainfall experienced this year.
Zulum noted that urban development has obstructed water channels throughout the state capital, impeding natural water flow.
Additionally, he pointed to the overflow of the Alo Dam, which was exacerbated by the release of water from other dams in Cameroon.
Professor Zulum announced plans to reconstruct the Alo Dam to increase its water capacity and to demolish structures built in flood-prone areas to prevent future incidents.
