Saraki, Dino React As Earth Tremor Hits Abuja

Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki, and the Senator representing Kogi West, Dino Melaye, have reacted to suspected cases of earth tremors that rocked the city of Abuja late Thursday and Friday morning.

According to multiple accounts by residents of Maitama and surrounding areas, “a big tremor” occurred around 6:12 am in Abuja, following an incident a night before.

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An earth tremor is usually “a slight earthquake” involving an involuntary movement of the earth surface. Tremors are usually caused by stress in the underground rocks and are signs of seismic movement within the earth.

Reacting to the reported incident in Abuja, Mr Saraki said in a tweet: “We have all been feeling the earth tremors in Abuja and surrounding areas over the last 48 hours. I know that many people are scared, but please, remain calm and vigilant.

“At this time, it is important that @NEMANigeria, FCT Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and all emergency services be on high alert to prevent the loss of lives and property.

“The Chairman of the Senate Committee on FCT, Senator Dino Melaye, has already briefed the FCT Minister on this issue,” said the Senate President.

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Speaking on the reported earth tremors incidents, Senator Melaye said: “I have informed the FCT Minister and Perm Sec. on the scaring earth movement in some parts of Abuja at 6:11am. I felt earth tremors in my home in Maitama too.

“Measures are been taken to address the problem. I will keep the FCT administration on their toes on this.”

Meanwhile, some residents have also taken to Twitter to narrate their accounts of how they felt vibrations from homes when the tremors occurred.

@Fantis said: “Did you all feel this crazy big tremor just now 6:12 am in Abuja? Now this is getting scary. My house and bed shook! Felt 2 More smaller ones now.”

@AliyuAtiku “The whole Abuja is vibrating. It happened yesterday and it’s happening right now. Anybody felt it? Could it be an earthquake?

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@BashirYusuf “Another heavy tremor just occurred at 6.01 a.m. in Maitama, Abuja. Truth is, this seem like a warning for an earthquake. I think the authorities should do some scientific investigation or evacuate residents as a matter of precaution.”

@Chrisngwodu “These tremors shaking Abuja require a definite explanation. What are they? Why are they happening? What or who is responsible? Are they seismic events?

@Oyenne9 “It’s the third day of tremors in abuja, Today’s just started very early this morning and its getting stronger. It’s spreading to areas that weren’t affected on day one. The windows are vibrating as well. I’ve counted more than 5 since 6:11am.”

@Olajideobe “we also need to ensure all first responders are on emergency alert. As we pray/hope for the best (safety), we should also brace for the worst, in case earthquake eventually occurs.”

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