UNICEF expresses sympathy for children, families as earthquake rocks Panama
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) on Friday expressed concern and sympathy for children and other victims of 7.7 magnitude earthquake that rocked Panama.
In a statement, UNICEF said it stood in solidarity with the children, adolescents and families affected by the earthquake that struck Panama’s Pacific coast on October 9, 2026.
The statement noted, “UNICEF’s primary concern is for children and families near the epicenter. Earthquakes place children at risk of injury and family separation, and can leave them without shelter, safe drinking water, health care or access to education.”
UNICEF added that while national authorities were assessing the impact, it was ready to support the Government of Panama’s response if needed.
It noted, “We urge families living in Panama and neighboring countries to follow the instructions of local authorities.”
A powerful 7.7 magnitue earthquake struck the southern Pacific coast of Panama on Friday, damaging buildings and other infrastructure.
According to U.S. Geological Survey, about 4.6 million people felt the severe tremors caused by the earthquake.
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
States
Independence: NBA urges Nigerians to expect better future
The NBA said that ordinary Nigerians should be deriving benefit from the subsidy removal rather than hardship.
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
States
Negative perceptions discouraging youths from joining military, says Soludo
Mr Soludo described Mr Obiakor as an illustrious son of Anambra State.
NationWide
FG tasked on speedy completion of Niger Basin projects
Mr Houanye attributed the progress to institutional reforms and improved programme management.
Africa
Africa bar association president advises lawyers to defend justice, freedom
Mr Mark reaffirmed that AfBA would continue to stand as a generational ally of the National Conference of Black Lawyers.
NationWide
NAF clarifies casualties in crashed aircraft, appreciates public support
Mr Ejodame said the NAF remains actively engaged with the bereaved families.
NationWide
Group hails FG for backtracking on ban of solar panel importation
Mr Terungwa commended the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Kingsley Udeh, for supporting a gradual transition to domestic production.
Heading 3
UNICEF expresses sympathy for children, families as earthquake rocks Panama
UNICEF said it was ready to support the Government of Panama’s response if needed.
