A devastating incident has occurred in DCC Chibok, Chibok LGA, Borno State, leaving a trail of destruction and loss of life. A Sharon bus carrying members of the family of Late Hon. Dauda Pona, who came to attend his burial in Chibok on Friday, 29, August, 2024, was swept away by floodwaters at Mboa River, approximately half a kilometer away from Chibok.
According to the DCC Secretary Chibok, Rev. Joel Y. Tabji, the bus was conveying the deceased family back to Maiduguri when the incident occurred.
He confirmed that the bus had nine passengers on board.
Rev. Tabji told EYN News that at the time he filed the report 3 persons have been recused, with one Mrs. Lydia daughter of the deceased confirmed dead while the others are still missing.
Late Hon. Dauda Pona when he was alive was a member of EYN Church, Maduganari.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the families and loved ones of the victims.
Our thoughts, prayers, sympathies and condolences to all affected by the flood and this terrible accident.
May God console and strengthen them with his power and love.
Rev. Ali from Germany, Albrecht Ebertshaeuser
May God protect you all, sisters and brothers!!!
Thanks
Amen