Nigeria Expresses Condolences After Deadly Landslide in China's Gansu Province
The Nigerian federal government has expressed sympathy following a deadly landslide in Gansu province, China, which occurred amid severe storms across the country.
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The Federal Government of Nigeria has extended condolences to China following a deadly landslide in Gansu province triggered by severe storms. The disaster, reported by state media, initially left 33 people trapped, with 17 subsequently rescued.
According to CCTV, as cited by SABC News, 16 people remained trapped after the landslide. The exact number of fatalities was not confirmed in the report. The landslide occurred on Tuesday, coinciding with heavy rains and storms in southern and central China.
Channels Television reported that the same weather system caused around 17 deaths and hundreds of injuries in other parts of China. The Nigerian government's statement, conveyed through official channels, expressed solidarity with China during the crisis.
The disaster highlights the increasing vulnerability of mountainous and rain-affected regions to extreme weather events. Chinese authorities continue rescue operations in Gansu, where landslides are rare but potentially devastating. State media remain the primary source of updates on the ground situation.
The Nigerian government did not announce any material aid but emphasized diplomatic support. China has not yet released official figures on casualties or damage in Gansu beyond initial reports.