Tag: FLOOD
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Reports say Several Nigerian states, including Kaduna, Nasarawa, Bauchi, and Jigawa, are intensifying efforts to prevent a flood crisis. As of September 20, floods have caused over 232 deaths, displaced 121,224 people, and affected approximately 339,658 others. Seven states recorded fatalities, with Niger State experiencing the highest death toll of 163. The disaster damaged over…
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Abia State Government, responding to the flood alert from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, have ordered extensive desilting of blocked drainages across the state to prevent flooding, particularly in Aba and Umuahia. The Abia State Environmental Protection Agency (ASEPA) is working tirelessly to clear drains, and have urged residents not to dump refuse in gutters.…
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Following the severe flooding in Adamawa State, which caused homes to collapse, with at least eight confirmed deaths and many missing, other Nigerian states have been mandated to take proactive measures to prevent similar disasters. The floods, triggered by heavy rains starting around 1 a.m., affected communities like Shagari and Sabon Pegi, washing away over…
