Flood displaces thousands in Maiduguri, cuts off 12 Yobe councils
By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri Thousands of residents in Maiduguri, Borno state capital and parts of Jere local government area are now stranded and displaced following the collapse of the dyke and overflow of Alau Dam which is about 10kms away from the metropolis. Since last week, the State Government led by the Secretary to the […]
Flood: Delta govt to remove illegal structures blocking water channels
The persistent rains have once again brought with them the familiar woes of flooding in Delta State. As blocked natural waterways and drainages continue to wreak havoc on the lives and properties of the people, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration has announced a decisive measure to tackle the issue. Starting Monday, August 7th, 2023, the Office […]
Alarming impact of flooding on Nigeria’s real estate industry – An expert opinion
By Ayo Onikoyi Considering the prevalent and reoccurring negative impacts of flooding that has ravaged many states in Nigeria as a result of torrential rain, a built environment and real estate expert has revealed how flooding affects investment decisions in residential properties. According to Dr Abiodun Oyetunji, a scholar in Lancaster University, UK, “The real […]
Address flood, other climate challenges, SCI begs FG
AN international nonprofit organization, Save the Children International, SCI, Friday, appealed to the state and federal governments to urgently address rising issues of floods and other climate change challenges across the country.
Flood kills 10, destroys over 200 houses in Katsina
TEN persons have been killed and over 200 houses destroyed in Katsina State capital and Bindawa Local Government Area of the state, as heavy rain overran buildings and roads in the neighbourhood causing havoc.
Groom drowns as flood wreak havoc in Ondo
A Federal government worker, who got married recently, Mr Glory JATO, has reportedly been swept away by flood in Oba Ile, in Akure North council area of Ondo state.
