NIGER GOVT REVEALS REASOPNS FOR MOKWA FLOOD.

The Niger State Government has attributed the recent flood incidents to the residents' reluctance to leave their homes despite knowing the flood risks. 

The Acting Director-General of the State Emergency Management Agency, Ibrahim Hussaini, explained that the problem lies in the people's attitudinal change, as they are attached to their places of settlement.

Hussaini confirmed that the flood incident in Mokwa Local Government Area has claimed over 200 lives, causing widespread devastation, adding that the state government is aware of the flood-prone areas, but the residents' refusal to relocate has worsened the situation.

Meanwhile, the federal government has ruled out speculation that the flood was caused by a dam break or water spill from the Kainji or Jebba dams, stating that they are functioning properly. 

The government also assured that it will continue to work on mitigating the effects of the flood and providing support to the affected communities.