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Windstorm Disaster: 209 Houses Destroyed in Yobe as NEMA Warns of More Climate Threats

A violent windstorm has left 209 families homeless in Yobe State's Fika LGA, disaster officials confirmed Tuesday. The destruction comes as Nigeria's emergency agency warns of worsening climate disasters across the Northeast. 🌪️ Immediate Damage in Fika 🏠 209 houses destroyed in last week's windstorm 🏫 Public buildings severely damaged 🚨 YOSEMA tracking affected communities for relief "We're reviewing how to support these families," stated Dr. Mohammed Goje, Executive Secretary of Yobe's Emergency Agency (YOSEMA). 📊 Shocking 2024 Disaster Toll Meanwhile, new statewide data reveals: ⚠️ 28,977 households (68,954 people) hit by windstorms/floods 🩹 544 injuries from collapsed buildings ☠️ 47 deaths across 601 communities 🌍 All 17 LGAs affected 🚨 NEMA's Urgent Prevention Campaign At a Damaturu meeting, NEMA Director General Zubaida Umar (represented by NE Director Yakubu Suleiman) launched disaster preparedness efforts following 2025 climate warnings from NiMet and NIHSA. Key actions include: "Taking disaster risk management to grassroots to save lives, restore […]

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Niger Floods: 100+ Dead, Thousands Homeless as Speaker Abbas & APC Rally Aid for Gov Bago

NATIONAL MOURNING: Speaker Abbas, APC Lead Condolences as Niger Floods Claim 100+ Lives Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen and the All Progressives Congress (APC) have rallied behind Niger State Governor Mohammed Umar Bago following catastrophic floods that ravaged Mokwa, leaving 100+ dead, thousands homeless, and properties destroyed. 💔 Disaster Scale: Mokwa's Nightmare Fatalities: 100+ confirmed dead Displaced: Thousands forced from homes Damage: Livelihoods/property wiped out Ground Zero: Mokwa district submerged SPEAKER ABBAS: "Heart-Wrenching Tragedy" Through Special Adviser Musa Krishi, Abbas: 🔹 Declared floods "tragic and unfortunate"🔹 Urged Gov Bago/Mokwa residents: "Remain undaunted"🔹 Demanded immediate federal intervention🔹 Called on private sector/Nigerians to mobilize aid"We pray for eternal rest for victims and strength for grieving families." APC MOBILIZES NATIONAL RESPONSE Party National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka: ✅ Commended first responders in rescue operations✅ Ordered NEMA/agencies: "Expand relief efforts NOW"✅ Pledged APC’s full support to victims"May […]

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Western Region Ambulance Service Struggles with Limited Resources Despite 1,800+ Calls

The Western Regional Ambulance Service has responded to 1,842 distress calls over the past year, including 232 maternal-related emergencies. Despite their efforts, the service faces significant challenges due to inadequate resources.According to Regional Manager Mr. F.B. Manu, the service operates with 21 ambulances, two of which are currently under repair. Additionally, staff shortages and a lack of proper office space hinder operations. Some stations, including Takoradi, Daboase, and Amenfi Central, are forced to operate from the regional headquarters due to a lack of dedicated offices.The regional dispatch center is also struggling with limited space and inadequate facilities, making it difficult to coordinate emergency calls effectively. Administrative operations are confined to a single room, further impacting efficiency.During a meeting with Western Regional Minister Hon. Joseph Nelson, Mr. Manu appealed for support in addressing these challenges, emphasizing the need for better facilities […]

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Fire Displaces Dozens in Nima-Moke Slum.

A devastating fire in Nima-Moke, a slum in Ashanti Region’s Asokore Mampong Municipality, has left dozens of residents homeless. The fire, which broke out around 4:30 p.m. on January 17, 2025, destroyed over 50 wooden homes and displaced families.Eyewitnesses report that most of the residents were away at local markets during the blaze, unable to salvage their belongings. The fire spread rapidly, exacerbated by the area's highly combustible materials. This tragedy follows a similar fire that occurred in the area in 2020, further deepening the community’s hardships.

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Fire Ravages Techiman Market, Leaves Traders in Ruins.

A massive fire engulfed the Techiman Central Market on Sunday night, destroying over 100 stalls and leaving traders devastated. The blaze, which started at 9:15 PM, wiped out goods worth millions of cedis, while firefighters battled to contain the flames with limited resources.Traders criticized the inadequate firefighting equipment in the area, noting that Techiman has only one fire tender. One distraught trader questioned, "Why does a whole metropolitan area have just one fire tender? With more equipment, this could have been controlled earlier."Another trader tearfully recounted her loss, explaining that all her investments, funded by loans, were gone. "I don't know how I'll survive now," she said.The Bono East Regional Fire Commander, ACFO II Naomi Ofori Adubea Sarpong, confirmed that an investigation is underway to determine the fire's cause. She revealed that six fire tenders from neighboring areas, including Nkoranza […]

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Baby’s Body Recovered in Obuasi Bus Tragedy.

A heart-wrenching accident in Obuasi involving a VIP bus has claimed multiple lives, including a baby whose body was tragically recovered. The bus reportedly veered off course and crashed into a ditch. Rescue efforts have been ongoing, with emergency services responding swiftly. The accident has prompted renewed discussions on road safety and vehicle maintenance, with community members calling for stricter regulations and enforcement to prevent such tragedies.

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