Nigeria, Sept. 30 -- A member of the Taraba State House of Assembly, Abel Diah, has appealed for urgent assistance for residents of Warwar community in Sardauna Local Government Area after heavy downpours submerged houses, farmlands, farm produce and domestic animals.

Mr Diah, who represents the Mbamnga State Constituency, urged government agencies, development partners, philanthropists and other well-meaning Nigerians to provide relief materials and humanitarian assistance to families affected by the flooding.

The appeal comes amid renewed warnings over flood risks in Taraba during the 2026 rainy season.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) launched its 2026 flood preparedness campaign in Taraba in June, warning of flood ri...