Nigeria Condoles Ghana Over Deadly Floods, Pledges Solidarity
Oru Leonard
The Federal Government has expressed deep sympathy and condolences to the Government and people of Ghana following the devastating floods that swept across parts of the country, including the capital, Accra, leaving at least 12 people dead and causing widespread destruction.
In a statement issued on Thursday by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the government described the tragedy as deeply saddening, noting that the floods, triggered by torrential rainfall, displaced many residents, destroyed homes and critical infrastructure, and disrupted livelihoods.
Nigeria said its thoughts and prayers are with the families of those who lost their lives, those injured in the disaster, and communities affected by the flooding.
The Federal Government also commended the swift response of Ghana’s emergency services, security agencies and volunteers engaged in rescue, relief and recovery operations, expressing confidence that the resilience and unity of the Ghanaian people would aid the country’s recovery.
Reaffirming the long-standing ties between both countries, Nigeria pledged its solidarity with Ghana during the period of mourning and prayed for the peaceful repose of the victims, speedy recovery of the injured and comfort for all those affected by the disaster.
About the flood
According to BBC report on Tuesday, at least 13 people have died in Ghana’s capital, Accra, after torrential rain resulted in severe flooding, according to the fire service which has been involved in rescue efforts.
The government has urged people to stay indoors or move to higher ground, as the meteorological agency warned further rain was expected with a big storm approaching from the east.
Much of the water from Sunday night’s downpours has begun to recede, but as the recovery operation continues, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNF) said the death toll could rise.
Low-lying areas were particularly impacted.
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