US Provides Aid To Borno Flood Victims

The United States has stepped up to provide critical humanitarian aid to thousands of victims affected by the devastating floods in Maiduguri and other parts of Borno State.

The severe flooding that occurred on September 10, 2024, has led to the loss of lives, widespread destruction of properties, and the displacement of countless families.

This was revealed in a statement made available to journalists on Monday from the U.S. Embassy in Abuja.

The incident was caused by the collapse of the Alau Dam on the state Ngadda River.

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“The United States is deeply saddened by the devastating floods that have affected Maiduguri and other parts of Borno State, resulting in loss of life, destruction of property, and the displacement of many families.

“We extend our condolences to the victims, their families, and all those impacted by this disaster,” the statement reads.

In response, the US government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development, launched a major relief effort, working alongside United Nations agencies and other partners.

Over the past few days, USAID, in partnership with the World Food Program, has distributed emergency hot meals to more than 67,000 people in four camps hosting internally displaced persons.

The WFP is also delivering life-saving nutritional aid to pregnant women, lactating mothers, and children under the age of five.