Not less than four people have been reportedly killed and one injured by a windstorm that occurred in Bauchi state.
This was contained in a statement sent to News About Nigeria correspondent by Ahmed Wakil, Bauchi police spokesperson, on Sunday.
Wakil said the IBB square, which hosts the just-concluded northeast trade fair, was heavily damaged.
Recall that Vice-President Kashim Shettima inaugurated the 15th edition of the North-East joint domestic trade fair on May 18 and other significant projects in the state.
The statement reads: “On the evening of June 1st, 2024, at about 0900 p.m., Bauchi Metropolis experienced a severe rainstorm accompanied by strong winds.
“The IBB Square, which hosts the just concluded North East Trade Fair, was significantly affected.
“The storm caused damage to the Gombe and Yobe States pavilions and several business tents within the trade fair complex.
“Following the incident, emergency response teams, led by the police and other security agencies, swiftly initiated search and rescue operations.
“Tragically, five individuals were found under the fallen structures and were promptly taken to the hospital.
“Regrettably, four (4) individuals, including Abdullahi Abubakar, 38 years old, of Yakubu Wanka, Sadik Ahmed Alfa ‘M’ 32 years old, of Fadaman Mada, Malam Musa from Maliya Furnitures Tudun Salmanu, and Abdulaziz Abdurrahman ‘M’ of Gombe Gombe State, lost their lives in the incident.
“However, one individual, Fatima Isa ‘F’, 31 years old, is currently receiving medical treatment and showing positive signs of recovery.
“The authorities have taken the necessary steps, including depositing the deceased individuals at the mortuary, to address the aftermath of the storm.
“Additionally, efforts are underway to assess the extent of property damage caused by the storm.
“To ensure public safety, a police presence is being maintained at the square to prevent criminal activities in the wake of this unfortunate event.
