Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has called on the Federal Government to urgently repair the collapsed Alau Dam, which caused severe flooding in Maiduguri and nearby communities. The Alau Dam, located in Konduga, was built between 1984 and 1986 to supply water for farming and household use in Maiduguri. Its failure recently led to … Read more
The Borno State government has initiated a fumigation exercise as floodwaters begin to recede in Maiduguri, the state capital. This was announced by Abdurrahman Bundi, Senior Special Adviser on New Media to Governor Babagana Zulum, during a press briefing at the Flood Disaster Situation Room in Maiduguri. Bundi explained that the fumigation is being carried … Read more
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu arrived in Maiduguri at 3:15 p.m. on Monday afternoon to offer his condolences and support to the government and residents affected by the Alau Dam flood disaster. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy Insecurity: Stop Hiding Behind Opposition—APC Urges Zamfara Govt Delta Child Rights Amendment Bill … Read more
The Federal Government has called on Nigerians to be prepared for more flooding along the Niger and Benue rivers and other parts of the country after a severe flood in Maiduguri, Borno State. Speaking to the media in Abuja, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev said that the release of water … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is committed to addressing the persistent flooding issues in the country. He announced that a comprehensive roadmap has been developed to tackle the problem effectively. Shettima made this commitment during his visit to Maiduguri, Borno State’s capital, on Tuesday, where he conducted an … Read more