Adamawa Government Rejects Atiku’s Criticism Over Flood Response in Yola

The Adamawa State Government has pushed back against allegations of poor disaster preparedness and slow emergency response following Sunday’s devastating flood in Yola South Local Government Area, which left five people dead and many more injured.

The government’s denial comes in response to public criticism from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who blamed the state administration for the scale of destruction caused by the flood.

In a statement released by Chief Press Secretary Humwashi Wonosikou, the administration of Governor Ahmadu Fintiri rejected claims that it had been unprepared or inactive during the crisis.

“We take exception to any insinuation that the Fintiri administration neglected the people,” the statement read.
“Vital relief supplies, particularly for displaced families, were promptly delivered by the Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency.”

The government also emphasized its ongoing investments in flood mitigation, including the construction of storm drains and stream channels aimed at reducing the state's long-term vulnerability to seasonal floods.

According to the government, Deputy Governor Professor Kaletapwa Farauta immediately mobilized emergency teams including the marine police and disaster response units to reach affected communities.

Officials maintain that the swift deployment helped minimize further loss of life and ensured that displaced residentsreceived immediate assistance.

The comments by Atiku, who hails from Adamawa, have stirred political tension, with government insiders suggesting that the former Vice President’s remarks are more politically charged than fact-based.

Despite that, the government says it remains focused on assisting victims and strengthening disaster preparedness infrastructure to prevent future tragedies.