Fire Ravages 9 Yam Farms In Cross River

A fire destroyed nine yam fields and nearby yam barns along Bishiri Road in Obudu, Cross River State, on January 22, 2024. The cause of the fire is unknown, leaving affected farmers in economic distress. Stella James, a farmer’s relative, expressed grief over the sudden loss of investment. State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) director James Anam urged victims to report such incidents promptly for quicker response. Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Dr. Helen Isamoh-Egodo, expressed sympathy for the farmers, emphasizing the loss of their hard work and hope. Experts have been mobilized to assess the damage and provide assistance to help farmers restart their yam cultivation. Source: Daily Trust

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A devastating fire on January 22, 2024, destroyed nine yam fields and nearby yam barns along Bishiri Road in Obudu Local Government Area, Cross River State. The cause of the fire remains unknown, leaving the affected farmers economically distressed.
Stella James, a relative of one affected farmer, lamented the loss, highlighting the significant investment of time, energy, and finances. James Anam, the director general of the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), urged victims to report such incidents promptly for a quicker response. Dr. Helen Isamoh-Egodo, the commissioner for humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation, expressed deep sympathy, acknowledging the profound economic and emotional impact on the farmers. A team of experts has been dispatched to assess the damage and provide immediate assistance, aiming to help the farmers restart their yam cultivation and regain economic stability.