Doha: Nigerian officials have confirmed that the death toll from torrential rains in north-central Nigeria has risen to at least 88, as more bodies were recovered. Operations Director at the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in Niger State Hussaini Isa stated that the number of fatalities had reached 88.
According to Qatar News Agency, on Wednesday evening, intense rainfall swept away dozens of homes in Mokwa town, leading to multiple drownings. Rescue teams are continuing their search for missing persons as the community grapples with the aftermath of the devastating weather.
Nigeria regularly experiences flooding during the rainy season from May to September. Scientists warn that climate change is exacerbating extreme weather events, contributing to more severe floods.