WHO Emergency Preparedness and Response Cluster Update on Cholera, Floods and Mpox in Nigeria
The torrential rainfall in Nigeria has led to a widespread of flooding, which is impacting lives, infrastructure, and the health of the public. As of 3 September 2024, over 611 000 persons affected,
225 000 persons displaced, and 83 000 houses affected across 29 states. Of these states affected, Bauchi, Jigawa, Niger, Sokoto, and Zamfara have the most affected persons in the states. Across 15 states, the flood has claimed the lives of 201 persons. Of the 15 states, Kano and Jigawa have the highest fatalities with 35 and 34 deaths respectively. Within the week of reporting, 115 000 hectares of farmland have been destroyed by flooding, posing a significant threat to food insecurity in the affected areas.
225 000 persons displaced, and 83 000 houses affected across 29 states. Of these states affected, Bauchi, Jigawa, Niger, Sokoto, and Zamfara have the most affected persons in the states. Across 15 states, the flood has claimed the lives of 201 persons. Of the 15 states, Kano and Jigawa have the highest fatalities with 35 and 34 deaths respectively. Within the week of reporting, 115 000 hectares of farmland have been destroyed by flooding, posing a significant threat to food insecurity in the affected areas.
