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Tinubu expresses concern over Maiduguri flood as situation remains dire

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, expressed concern over the flood that affected parts of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State. The President...

Flooding in Nigeria: An ongoing crisis

Nigeria, often referred to as the "Giant of Africa," has been grappling with recurrent flooding that has devastating effects on its population and economy....

Nigeria’s flooding: Rising waters, sinking hopes

Earlier this year as the rainy season approached, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) in its weather forecast, as it has done in recent years,...

NEC directs governors to submit details of damage caused by flooding

The National Economic Council (NEC) has directed all the states of the federation to submit details of damages caused by the recent flooding in...

N-HYPPADEC calls for state of emergency on flood-ravaged states

The National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC) has called on the Federal Government to declare state of emergency on flood-ravaged states to...

Nasarawa intensifies awareness on flooding

The Nasarawa State Government says it has intensified sensitisation to flood-prone local government areas to mitigate flood disasters in the state. Mr Yakubu Kwanta, the...

NDDC seeks UN support to tackle flooding in Niger Delta

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is pursuing a partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) to address environmental challenges...

Flooding from Sudan dam collapse worsens humanitarian crisis – UN

No fewer than 20 villages in eastern Sudan have reportedly been “destroyed”, with 70 impacted overall, after floodwaters burst through a major dam, according...

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UN-Habitat boosts water supply, sanitation in Niger communities

The Niger State Ministry of Water Resources says interventions by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) have significantly improved water...
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Stakeholders seek unified action to accelerate methane abatement in oil and gas sector

Key stakeholders across government, civil society, and industry have called for stronger regulatory coordination and accelerated action on methane...

Unsung heroes: How Shanet Rutgers helps to create a more secure future for African penguins

Shanet Rutgers’ passion for penguins was ignited in early 2000 when her mother took her to the Two Oceans...

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UN-Habitat boosts water supply, sanitation in Niger communities

The Niger State Ministry of Water Resources says interventions...

Stakeholders seek unified action to accelerate methane abatement in oil and gas sector

Key stakeholders across government, civil society, and industry have...