Niger State has experienced significant losses from various disasters within the past year, with over 300 residents reportedly killed in incidents including tanker explosions and flooding.

Abdullahi Baba Arah, Director General of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), in a statement issued to journalists in Minna, cited the Diko tanker explosion that claimed 80 lives in Suleja local council; Agaie tanker tragic explosion that killed 60 people, as well as the recent Mokwa flood where 207 died, among others.

Arah added that the agency was able to respond quickly to various emergency incidents.

Arah also highlighted various Interventions carried out by the Governor Umar Bago-led administration within the period under review, and applauded the governor, traditional institutions, community leaders, volunteers, and humanitarian partners for their unwavering support in building a safer and more resilient state.

Arah hinted that the agency had mobilised resources, deployed response teams, and collaborated with local government authorities and humanitarian partners to provide relief materials and temporary shelter for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from flooding and banditry attacks.

While assuring that the agency remains resolute in its mission to respond swiftly to emergencies and disasters effectively, he revealed that the agency has a stockpile of relief materials at strategic locations across the state for ease of access.

The NSEMA boss, however, urged all residents of the state to remain vigilant, comply with safety advisories, and report emergencies promptly.