The World Health Organisation says it is working with partners to help scale up emergency health response in three flood-affected communities in Mokwa Local Government Area, Niger State. The flood, which struck on May 29, killed at least 200 people, injured 186 and displaced more than 3,000 residents.
In a post on X on Monday, the WHO said it is conducting a public health risk assessment to respond to potential epidemic-prone diseases and health threats in the area. The agency said it is preparing to send emergency medical supplies and equipment to support local primary healthcare services.
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Meanwhile, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has started distributing relief materials to affected households and is working with community leaders to document missing and deceased people for further investigation and support.
Labour Party’s Peter Obi has also visited Niger State to sympathise with flood victims and local authorities. He was accompanied by former minister Nenadi Usman and spokesperson Yunusa Tanko and was received by the deputy governor, Yakubu Garba. The 2023 presidential candidate also announced a ₦20 million donation as part of his commitment to supporting recovery efforts in the state.
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