Category: Environment
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FG raises alarm Lagos, Delta, Bayelsa, 30 other States at high risk of flooding [SEE FULL LIST]
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has warned that 1,249 communities across 176 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in 33 states and the FCT fall within the high flood-risk areas in 2025.
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Anambra set to benefit from EIB-assisted erosion control funding
Anambra State has been designated as a beneficiary of the Nigeria Climate Adaptation Erosion and Watershed Project (NEWMAP), an initiative designed to mitigate erosion and land degradation across the nation.
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“If your vehicle is faulty, use caution signs” – FRSC warns
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has issued a strong appeal to motorists to exercise extreme caution during heavy rainfall, recommending either a significant reduction in speed or avoiding driving altogether to prevent accidents.
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NEMA charges states with first responder duties in disasters
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has tasked state and local governments with taking a more proactive role in disaster response. Director-General Zubaida Umar, speaking at the opening of the Emergency Coordination Forum (ECF) in Abuja, highlighted the importance of local leadership during emergencies.
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Lagos, Delta, other States to experience 3-day thunderstorms
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has predicted sunshine and haziness between Saturday and Monday across the country.
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NiMet cautions airlines as Lagos, Delta, FCT, others set to witness thunderstorms
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has disclosed that parts of Delta State, Lagos State and the federal capital territory (FCT), amongst others will witness thunderstorms on Monday.
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Delta, Bayelsa to experience rainfall as NiMet releases weather forecast
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted hazy weather condition from Saturday to Monday across the country.
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Sultan berates religious leaders misleading followers
Sultan of Sokoto, Dr Sa’ad Abubakar II, has cautioned religious leaders against misleading their followers for personal aggrandisement. He charged them to repent, follow and preach the authentic teachings of their religion towards building a decent society.
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Flood: Rivers approach danger thresholds in Kogi
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has urged communities in flood-prone areas to immediately relocate to highland as the Benue and Niger rivers approached danger thresholds.
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BREAKING: Residents of 27 States advised to relocate immediately
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Thursday issued a stern warning to residents living in flood-prone communities across 27 Nigerian States to start relocating immediately.