Tag: NEMA
Maiduguri Flood: Over 30 Lives Lost, 1 Million People Affected
Maiduguri, Borno State — A devastating flood has claimed the lives of more than 30 people and affected over one million residents following the collapse of the Alau Dam, which triggered severe flooding in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State. According to officials, the floodwaters, which surged into the city from about 10 kilometers away,…
Minister of Agriculture Responds to Devastating Floods and Drought Affecting Farming Communities
August 27, 2024 The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has expressed deep concern over the recent floods that have ravaged farming communities across Nigeria, as well as the drought that has further strained the agricultural sector. Despite these challenges, the Minister assured the nation that food security targets will still be…