Floodwaters Wreak Havoc in Northeast, 2 Critical Bridges Collapse, Communities Left Devastated

By Emmanuel Kwada

A devastating flood has struck Shuwa in Madagali local government of Adamawa State, Nigeria, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The disaster has resulted in the collapse of two critical bridges, the Wagga-Madagali Bridge linking Adamawa and Borno States, and the only bridge connecting Shuwa and Gulak town.

Farmland destroyed in Michika, Adamawa State

Countless travelers are stranded, and numerous houses and farms have been destroyed by the raging waters.

In response to the disaster, the Adamawa State Government has commissioned Triacta Road Construction Company to construct a new bridge, with construction set to begin immediately.

Travelers are stranded, and numerous houses and farms have been destroyed

The swift response from authorities and the construction company offers hope for affected communities.

The flood has caused significant disruption to transportation and economic activities in the region, highlighting the urgent need for infrastructure development and disaster preparedness measures. Engineer Venjei Bitrus Kambasha, Founder of Dove Foundation, has expressed condolences to the victims and called on relevant stakeholders to provide aid and support to affected communities.

As people take to social media to express their condolences, Kambasha urged the Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and the Nigeria National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to mobilize support and resources to alleviate suffering. “We must come together to help those in need and work towards preventing such disasters in the future,” he said.

One of the Houses Destroyed in Shuwa, Madagali

The devastating floodwaters continue to ravage Nigeria, leaving communities in dire need of assistance. The government and humanitarian organizations must work together to provide aid and support to affected communities and prevent such disasters in the future.

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