Thousands of residents in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, have fled their homes following a devastating flood that has ravaged parts of the city.
Reports indicate that the worst-hit areas are within Jere Local Government Area.
The Borno State government had earlier ordered the closure of schools, warning that the flooding could worsen within the next 48 hours.
The flooding, which started a week ago, reached its peak in the early hours of Tuesday, displacing many residents in neighborhoods such as Fori, Galtimari, Gwange, and Bulabulin.
The state-owned Broadcasting Station (BRTV), the Post Office on Shehu Laminu Way, and the Customs Area were heavily impacted by the floodwaters.
A source explained that the Alao Dam collapsed in the early hours of Tuesday, posing a significant threat to residents of Maiduguri.
One victim reported that the floodwaters surged over the Fori Bridge, which links Fori and Galtimari to Tashan Bama, sweeping through homes with tremendous force.
“Everyone should avoid post office, Monday market even the route behind the zoo along Hissan fueling station as the flood has taken over and the road is not motorable,” Refeal told newsmen.
“We were alerted to pack our belongings at 12:30 AM, but before we could gather our clothes and school credentials, the water was already waist-deep in our house,’ said a resident of Galtimari.
