In response to the recent devastating flooding in Mokwa and its surrounding areas, the Governor of Niger State, Umar Bago, has declared that this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebrations will be observed in a subdued manner across the state.
As part of the measures, the government has suspended all large-scale festivities, including the traditional Hawan Bariki, Durbar, and other elaborate Sallah activities across all Emirates.
This decision was officially announced on Wednesday by Abubakar Usman, the Secretary to the State Government. According to Usman, the move is a mark of solemn respect for the victims of the catastrophic flood, which has been described as one of the most severe in the region in decades.
The flood disaster in Mokwa has resulted in the loss of approximately 200 lives, with over 3,000 residents displaced. Farmlands, homes, and critical infrastructure were also swept away, leaving a trail of destruction and sorrow in its wake.
The scale of the tragedy has deeply impacted the affected communities, many of whom are now grappling with grief, homelessness, and uncertainty.
Governor Bago has called upon citizens to observe this festive period with reflection, restraint, and compassion. He encouraged individuals and communities to dedicate time for prayers for the souls of those who perished in the flood and to extend acts of kindness and charity to those who have been affected.
The government emphasizes that this is a time for unity, healing, and support rather than celebration. By downscaling the Eid-el-Kabir events, the state seeks to create an atmosphere conducive to mourning and spiritual reflection, while also showing solidarity with the victims and their families.
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