Torrential rainfall submerges houses in Benue, renders many homeless
Several houses have been submerged and residents rendered homeless after a heavy downpour in Achusa Community in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, leaving behind a trail of destruction and hardship. Residents described the flood as one of the worst in recent years, as it sacked entire households, destroyed property worth millions of naira and forced […] Torrential rainfall submerges houses in…
Torrential rain inundated homes in Achusa Community of Benue State's capital, Makurdi, leaving numerous residents without a home. The disaster, described by locals as one of the most severe in recent memory, destroyed property worth millions and forced displaced persons to seek refuge elsewhere. Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia toured the affected region, appointing a delegation to assess the damage and devise a solution.
The team, comprising officials from Information, Water Resources, Works and Housing, and Urban Development Board, found most residences constructed unlawfully on flood-prone riverbanks, impeding water flow. They noted that ongoing road construction and standard gutter installation would help alleviate future flooding. Immediate actions included demolishing buildings on marked waterways and compensating affected property owners, with warnings against unauthorized construction.
While residents acknowledged the long-standing issue, they urged the government to provide fair compensation to all landowners affected by the flooding. As of now, water levels are receding, but victims remain burdened by their losses.
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