Tureta Faces Devastating Floods: Urgent Relief Needed

By Babatunji Wusu

• Severe flooding struck Tureta Local Government Area in Sokoto State on Wednesday night, July 23, 2025, destroying over 50 homes.
• Farmlands and market stalls were submerged, disrupting livelihoods and local businesses.
• Dozens of families are displaced, facing significant losses of property and income.
• Malam Kabiru Tureta, Special Adviser to the Tureta LGA Chairman, described the situation as “deeply troubling.”
• Authorities are preparing a comprehensive damage assessment to guide relief efforts.
• Residents urgently request assistance from the Sokoto State Government and disaster management agencies.

On the night of Wednesday, July 23, 2025, torrential rainfall triggered severe flooding in Tureta Local Government Area, Sokoto State, leaving a trail of destruction. Over 50 homes were demolished, farmlands were inundated, and market stalls were swept away, crippling local commerce. The disaster has displaced numerous families, stripping them of their homes and livelihoods. Malam Kabiru Tureta, Special Adviser to the Tureta LGA Chairman, called the situation “deeply troubling,” emphasizing the urgent need for action. Authorities are gearing up for a detailed assessment to quantify the damage and coordinate relief, while affected residents plead for immediate support from the Sokoto State Government and disaster agencies to address this escalating crisis.