The Federal Government of Nigeria has commiserated with the government and people of the People’s Republic of China following the tragic landslide that struck Tanchang County in Gansu Province on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
“Nigeria mourns the loss of lives in this disaster, which has claimed at least 21 lives, with others affected amid the rescue operations.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the deceased, the injured, and all those who have lost loved ones or property in this unfortunate incident,” the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Wednesday.
Nigeria commended the swift response of the Chinese authorities and rescue teams in their efforts to save lives and provide relief to those impacted.
“Nigeria and China share a long-standing strategic partnership built on mutual respect, friendship, and cooperation.
“Nigeria stands in solidarity with China during this difficult time, and we are confident in the resilience of the Chinese people and government as they work towards recovery and rehabilitation in the affected areas.
“We pray for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed, the speedy recovery of the injured, and strength and comfort for the bereaved families,” it added.
The death toll from a landslide in China’s northwestern Gansu province rose to 21 a day after it buried 33 people, state media reported on Wednesday.
Rescue teams had rushed to the site of the landslide, which occurred at around 6:56 am on Tuesday (2256 GMT Monday) at Rencang village in Dangchang County, state news agency Xinhua said.
“Search and rescue operations at the site of the landslide in Dangchang County have concluded; the landslide resulted in 21 fatalities,” Xinhua said on Wednesday, citing local authorities.
Authorities have set aside 30 million yuan ($4.4 million) in reconstruction funds following the landslide.
Natural disasters are common across China, particularly in the summer when some regions experience intense rainfall while others bake in scorching heat.
Tuesday’s landslide occurred the same day intense storms and rains in southern and central China killed around 17 people and injured hundreds of others.
