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The Nasarawa state government has confirmed the death of two persons following a recent flooding in Doma local government area of the state.
The Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Nawani Aboki, stated this while briefing newsmen Monday, in Lafia.
He said over 18 communities were displaced and several buildings and farmlands were also destroyed.
“The flood has displaced hundreds of residents in the Eke Development Area of Doma local government area. A lot of people were displaced, and several buildings were destroyed, including farmlands,” he said.
Aboki said that the state Emergency Management Agency had visited all affected communities, and is compiling a report for government action.
“I personally visited the affected areas alongside the chairman of the Doma local government area to sympathise with victims and condole with the families of those who lost their lives.
He therefore, warned displaced persons not to return to the lowland due to uncertainty over possible release of water from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon.
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