18/09/2025
Kaduna State Government Temporarily Closes Bashama Flood Camp Following Improvement in Flood Situations
The Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency (KADSEMA) in the instance of HE Gov. Uba Sani, wish to announce the successful and temporary closure of the Bashama flood camp at the Namadi Sambo Skill Acquisition Centre, which served as a camp for victims of the recent flood incident in the Tudun Wada community of Kaduna South Local Government Area.
The camp officially closed on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, following a significant improvement in the flooding situation and the successful completion of the emergency response phase.
The flood, that affected several areas within the community, displaced a significant number of residents. A detailed headcount conducted by the multi-agency response team has 42 households, comprising 239 individuals impacted by the flood, including pregnant women, persons with disabilities, and children.
The most severely affected area was Katagum Road, with significant impact also recorded on Fulani Road, Hausawa Road, Kaje Road, Shettima Road, and Kwanan Lami.
The emergency response was a coordinated effort showcasing effective inter-agency collaboration. The operation involved personnel from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Red Cross Society, Safety Awareness and Environmental Support initiative (SAESI) and the Kaduna Vigilante Service (KADVIS), all working under the coordination of KADSEMA.
The Executive Secretary of KADSEMA Dr Usman Hayatu Mazadu represented by the Ag. Director, Disaster and Relief Management Dept. of the agency Mubarak Zakari, on behalf of the state government commended the seamless collaboration between the agencies involved, noting that the exercise was conducted successfully without any secondary incidents.
He further emphasized the need for continued Surveillance; Sustained monitoring of all identified flood-prone areas within the state, especially Katagum Road.
The Kaduna state government led by H.E. Sen. Uba Sani (CON) remains committed to safeguarding the lives and properties of all citizens and will continue to work with partners to build a more resilient Kaduna State.
© Public Relations Unit,
KADSEMA.
18th September, 2025