An all-night downpour has submerged almost every part of Makurdi, the Benue State capital.
The rain, which started about 1:00 a.m. yesterday continued till the time of filing this report.
Areas affected are Idye in Highlevel, Wurukum Market, behind Customary Court, Gyado Villa and Kucha Utebe all in Makurdi.
Most of the houses were submerged by the flood while personal belongings such as mattresses and chairs floated on the water.
Vehicles and domestic animals were seen submerged in the floodwater.
At press time, traders in Wurukum Market were seen battling to prevent the water from destroying their wares.
Makurdi flood has become a yearly ritual, especially in August and September.