The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep sympathy and solidarity with the governments and people of South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe following devastating floods that have killed over 100 people and displaced thousands across Southern Africa.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Nigerian government described the disaster—triggered by weeks of torrential rainfall—as a tragic event that has caused extensive human and material losses in the affected countries.
According to the statement signed by the Ministry’s spokesperson, Mr. Kimiebi Ebienfa, the floods have overwhelmed major rivers, destroyed critical infrastructure such as roads and bridges, displaced large populations, and disrupted agricultural production and essential services.
“Nigeria commiserates with the affected countries over the immense human and material losses arising from the floods,” the statement said.
The Federal Government also expressed concern over the humanitarian consequences of the disaster, warning of rising food insecurity, the risk of disease outbreaks, and increased vulnerability among women, children and other at-risk groups.
“The scale of the flooding has worsened food shortages, heightened health risks, and left thousands of families without shelter or basic services,” the statement noted.
Nigeria praised the ongoing rescue, evacuation and relief operations being carried out by national authorities, regional institutions and international humanitarian partners, while acknowledging the resilience of the affected countries in the face of the crisis.
“The Government of Nigeria expresses solidarity with the ongoing rescue and relief operations and acknowledges the resilience and resolve of the affected countries in responding to this natural disaster,” Ebienfa said.
The statement further highlighted the growing threat of climate-related extreme weather events across Africa, stressing the need for stronger regional cooperation, effective early-warning systems, climate adaptation strategies and sustained international support.
Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to working with affected countries at bilateral, regional and multilateral levels to promote disaster preparedness, humanitarian response and long-term climate resilience.
“The thoughts and prayers of the Government and people of Nigeria are with the Governments and people of South Africa, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and all other affected countries during this difficult period,” the statement concluded.
