By A devastating windstorm has destroyed over 70 houses and yam barns in Mabudi, Sabon Gida, and other communities in Langtang South Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The storm, which accompanied heavy rainfall, caused extensive damage, leaving a trail of destruction across the affected areas. Residents confirmed that the storm had blown off roofs from around 70 homes, while some buildings also collapsed.
Nanbol Nanzing, a resident from one of the affected communities, expressed his frustration over the calamity and urged the state government to intervene in the aftermath of the disaster.
Langtang South Local Government Chairman, Hon. Nanfa Nbin, confirmed the incident in a statement issued by his media aide, Mr. Iliya Bako. The statement also revealed that the local emergency management committee, led by Deputy Chairman Hon. Julcit Musa, had visited the affected households to assess the damage.
“The council boss sympathizes with the victims and called on them to accept the disaster as God’s will,” the statement read.
The communities are now hoping for prompt assistance and relief from the government to help rebuild their homes and recover from the destruction caused by the windstorm.
