·      Mokwa floods kill 150.!

·      Mokwa fisherman, ‘My house collapsed.’ #NigeriaFloods #MokwaDisaster2025

Catastrophe has struck central Nigeria.! Torrential rains on May 29th, 2025 unleashed deadly floods in Mokwa, Niger State claiming over 150 lives and displacing thousands. Homes, bridges and livelihoods have been swept away in what locals call the worst flooding in 60 years. With rescue teams still searching through mud and debris and more rain forecast, Nigeria faces a growing crisis. What caused this disaster and how is the government responding.? Here’s the full story.

Details & Context

On the night of May 29th, 2025 heavy rainfall battered Mokwa, a key market town in Niger State, 380 km west of Abuja. The deluge, continuing into Thursday morning, submerged entire neighbourhoods with floodwaters washing away over 265 homes and two bridges. According to @Reuters (May 31st, 2025) the death toll has risen to 151 with 3,018 people displaced and 11 injured. The Niger State Emergency Management Agency (@NSEMA) reported that the Tiffin Maza and Anguwan Hausawa districts were hit hardest with rescuers recovering bodies as far as 10 km away, swept by the Niger River.

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The Nigerian government, led by President Bola Tinubu, expressed “profound sorrow” and activated emergency response teams including the military, police and Nigerian Red Cross to assist in search and rescue operations. @BBC News (May 30th, 2025) noted that the floods, worsened by a nearby dam collapse, mark one of Mokwa’s worst disasters in six decades. Local officials, like Mokwa’s District Head Muhammad Shaba Aliyu, pleaded for urgent government aid, citing inadequate flood-control infrastructure.

X posts from @AFP and @nemanigeria (May 30th–31st, 2025) highlight the scale of destruction with images of submerged homes and residents wading through waist-deep water. Nigeria’s rainy season from April to October, often brings flooding but experts link the increasing severity to climate change, poor drainage and unregulated construction. The Nigerian Meteorological Agency had warned of flash flood risks in 15 states including Niger from May 29th–31st, 2025.

Quotes

·      Ibrahim Audu Husseini, @NSEMA spokesperson: “The death toll has risen to 151 and we fear it could climb higher as bodies are still being found down the Niger River.” (@Reuters, May 31st, 2025)

·      Jibril Muregi, Mokwa local government chairman: “Flood-control works are long overdue. This infrastructure is critical to saving lives and property.” (@PremiumTimes, May 31st, 2025)

·      Danjuma Shaba, local fisherman: “My house collapsed. I have nowhere to sleep. Everything is gone.” (@AFP, May 30th, 2025)

·      @PiQSuite on X: “Deadly floods in Mokwa, Nigeria kill 151 and displace over 3,000. Rescue efforts continue as more rain looms. #NigeriaFloods” (May 31st, 2025)

Additional Information

Nigeria’s rainy season regularly brings floods, but the 2025 Mokwa disaster stands out for its intensity. @TheAlbertan News (May 31st, 2025) reported that the floods hit Mokwa a vital trading hub for beans and onions, disrupting supply chains between northern farmers and southern traders. The destruction of two bridges and roads has isolated communities, complicating relief efforts. @AP News (May 31st, 2025) noted that 500 households across three communities were affected with floodwaters rising rapidly in just five hours.

Climate change is a key factor. @Sky News (May 31st, 2025) cited World Weather Attribution, which found that 2022’s deadly floods in Nigeria were 80 times more likely due to climate-driven heavier rains. Hotter air holds more moisture, increasing rainfall intensity by 20% for every 1°C rise. Northern Nigeria’s prolonged dry spells, followed by excessive wet-season rains, exacerbate flooding risks. A 2024 dam collapse in Maiduguri killed 30 and displaced millions, highlighting systemic issues (@HindustanTimes, May 31st, 2025).

X posts from @nemanigeria (May 29th, 2025) show emergency teams distributing relief materials and setting up shelters. However, @LeMonde (May 31st, 2025) described the floods as “unprecedented” with NEMA struggling to cope. Meteorologists warn of more rain in the coming days, raising fears of further devastation across Niger State and beyond.

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Impact Analysis

·      Human Toll: With 151 confirmed deaths and rising, the floods have caused immense loss. Over 3,000 displaced residents face uncertain futures with many losing homes, crops and livelihoods. @Inkl.com (May 31, 2025) reported 265 homes “completely destroyed,” leaving families homeless.

·      Economic Damage: Mokwa’s role as a trading hub means disrupted food supply chains, potentially spiking prices for staples like beans and onions. Damaged roads and bridges hinder commerce, per @TheAlbertan News (May 31st, 2025).

·      Infrastructure Gaps: The lack of flood-control systems, as noted by Jibril Muregi, amplifies the crisis. @PremiumTimes (May 31st, 2025) highlighted that poor drainage and unregulated construction worsen flood impacts.

·      Climate Change: Experts link the floods’ severity to climate change with erratic weather patterns hitting northern Nigeria hard. @SkyNews (May 31st, 2025) warned that without climate resilience projects, such disasters will recur.

A 2022 NEMA report cited by @Firstpost (May 30th, 2025) noted 600 deaths and 1.3 million displacements from flooding, underscoring Nigeria’s vulnerability. X users like @AFP (May 31st, 2025) emphasise the need for global aid and infrastructure investment.

Conclusion

The Mokwa floods of May 2025 are a tragic reminder of Nigeria’s battle with climate-driven disasters. With over 150 lives lost, thousands displaced and critical infrastructure destroyed the nation faces a daunting recovery. President Tinubu’s emergency response is a start but long-term solutions like flood-control systems and climate resilience projects are urgent. As more rain looms, Nigeria needs global support to rebuild and protect vulnerable communities. This crisis is a wake-up call—will it spark action or fade into the next rainy season’s tragedy.?

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