At least 34 people have been confirmed dead in northern Mozambique following Cyclone Chido, described as “one of the most intense storms ever recorded” in the region, according to Mozambique’s National Institute of Risk and Disaster Management (INGD). The cyclone made landfall in Mozambique on Sunday, bringing catastrophic winds of up to 260 km/h (160 … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has announced the establishment of a Disaster Relief Fund to address the increasing frequency of natural disasters. This directive followed the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held on Monday. During a media briefing, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale Edun, emphasized the urgent need for specialized funding to … Read more
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
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has confirmed the receipt of ₦3 billion from the Federal Government to address the severe flooding that has impacted the region. The funds will be used to manage the aftermath and challenges of the recent floods. The catastrophic floods in Maiduguri, Borno State’s capital, have displaced over one million … Read more
Elon Musk donates 1000 Starlink terminals to aid Brazil’s flood crisis. At least 100 people dead, southern region hardest hit. Kenya floods claim over 200 lives and displace thousands. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Tech magnate Elon Musk has announced that he will donate 1000 Starlink satellite terminals to emergency responders working in flood-hit … Read more