Windstorm Displaces Hundreds in Jigawa

A severe windstorm that struck Ringim Local Government Area in Jigawa State left hundreds of residents without homes.

The storm, which hit on Friday and Sunday, devastated several communities, destroying houses, schools, health facilities and electricity poles, and causing widespread hardship.

One victim, Malam Musa, said the event began on Friday evening when strong winds started around 3 pm and tore the entire roof off his house in the Auramo Quarters area, forcing his family to leave their home.

He added that the storm damaged other parts of the building and destroyed valuable household items.

Another victim, Malam Muhammad, reported that the windstorm completely ruined his four‑bedroom house, compelling his wives and children to seek temporary shelter elsewhere.

Affected residents have appealed to the government, humanitarian organisations and well‑meaning individuals for assistance to alleviate the disaster’s impact.

During a sympathy visit to the affected communities, Ringim Local Government Council chairman Hon. Badamasi Garba disclosed that hundreds of houses had been affected.

He said the local government council, the Jigawa State Government and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) are collaborating to provide relief to the victims.

The chairman added that all district heads had been instructed to work with village heads to compile comprehensive records of those affected by the windstorm.

He expressed sympathy for the victims and prayed for the repose of the deceased child’s soul, as well as for the bereaved family to find the strength to endure their loss.

Also speaking during a courtesy visit to the council chairman, NEMA director for the Kano/Jigawa zonal office, Dr. Nuraddeen Abdullahi, said officials were in Jigawa State to sympathise with the victims and assess the extent of the damage.

According to him, “We are here to visit the affected communities to sympathise with the victims on behalf of the federal government and to assess the level of destruction for possible intervention.”

Represented by Zakar Muhammad, the NEMA director reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to supporting the victims and helping them recover from their losses.