The Federal Government has assured the public that the Alau Dam in Borno state did not collapse during recent flooding in Maiduguri, attributing the overflow to climate change and unusually heavy rainfall.
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Global temperatures in 2023 blew past expectations to set the warmest year on record, even topping 1.5C in one of the main datasets. This warmth…
Mineral Title Holders and other stakeholders have appealed to Gov. Agbu Kefas to reverse executive orders 003 and 005 to allow the resumption of mining activities in Taraba.
The Borno State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), rescued 3,683 people trapped in their homes following the severe flooding in Maiduguri.
I left Maiduguri Monday evening and I was already worried because so many residents were expressing fears that a serious…
Nigeria and the United Kingdom (UK) have deepened their partnership by signing agreements worth N589 billion (£272.6 million) to address critical issues such as health, climate resilience, governance, and economic development.
The United Nations (UN) says no fewer than 414,000 people have been displaced by the devastating flood in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital on Tuesday.
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has advised governments, emergency managers and relevant bodies to make use of weather forecasts for effective planning.
The National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) has expressed fear that the recent flooding in Maiduguri, Borno state may increase food insecurity
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the military and other organisations have intensified rescue operations as many residents remained trapped or are missing, two days after the flood in Maiduguri.