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Devastating Floods Wreak Havoc in Babura Local Government Area of Jigawa State

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Heavy and persistent rains have brought destruction to 995 rice farms spread across 16 villages in one ward, Kuzunzumi, in Babura Local Government Area of Jigawa State. The floods, which are an unusually persistent occurrence in this season, have left many families at risk of food shortages and loss of income. The affected communities, including Kwagga/Martini, Fadibara, Kuzunzumi, Jikan Kanwa/Fulani, and others, are appealing to the state government and relevant agencies for financial and technical assistance to help farmers recover and secure future harvests.

Key Takeaways:

  • The floods have destroyed about 995 rice farms, affecting 16 villages in one ward, Kuzunzumi, in Babura Local Government Area of Jigawa State.
  • The ongoing heavy rains have been unusually persistent, contributing to the flooding and extensive farm destruction across the area.
  • The affected communities have appealed to the state government and relevant agencies for financial and technical assistance to help farmers recover and secure future harvests.
  • Experts have urged the government to engage experts to help prevent and control recurrent floods.
  • The Government Chairman of Babura Local Government, Hamisu Muhammad Garu, has been commended for sending a delegation to sympathise with the distressed farmers.

Statistics:

  • 995 rice farms were destroyed due to the floods.
  • The floods affected 16 villages in one ward, Kuzunzumi.
  • The affected communities include Kwagga/Martini, Fadibara, Kuzunzumi, Jikan Kanwa/Fulani, Dangaigai, Dankarda, Karfawa/Kanawa, Burukum Gari, Sabuwar Baka, Shashatu, Burukum Fulani, and Kurttulla.

Sources:

  • Abdurahman MaiKano, spokesman of the communities ravaged by the flood, quoted in various media outlets.
  • Suraja Muhammad, a farmer and victim of the flood, quoted in various media outlets.
  • Mallam Musa, a victim of the flood, quoted in various media outlets.
  • Babura Local Government Area official, quoted in various media outlets.

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