Floodwaters Destroy Makeshift Namnai Bridge in Taraba, Stranding Hundreds

Heavy rains caused the River Namnai to swell and wash away a temporary bridge in Taraba State. The makeshift structure had replaced a collapsed federal bridge along the Jalingo–Wukari highway two years ago. It served as a vital crossing for motorists and charged between ₦3,000 and ₦20,000 per vehicle. After the collapse, dozens of trucks and hundreds of smaller vehicles were left stranded on both riverbanks. Passengers now wade across on foot before finding transport on the other side. Meanwhile, slow progress on a permanent replacement awarded by the North East Development Commission three months ago leaves commuters at risk until December’s projected completion date.

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zaza21 days ago

How are residents managing now that the makeshift bridge has collapsed over the swollen Namnai River?

isa21 days ago

Are locals using boats or any other temporary way to cross now the bridge is gone?

prince21 days ago

I understand why you're asking, but right now the focus should be on immediate relief rather than their coping methods.

peter21 days ago

It's surprising that a temporary solution lasted two years before failing under heavy rains.

noah21 days ago

Calling it a vital crossing doesn't excuse poor planning that made this structure vulnerable from the start.

bisi21 days ago

Local authorities should set up emergency river crossings and plan for more resilient bridge designs ahead of future floods.

Floodwaters Destroy Makeshift Namnai Bridge in Taraba, Stranding Hundreds

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