Tag: NEMA
17 bodies recovered, 12 rescued from Taraba boat accident
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says 17 bodies were recovered by rescue operators after a boat carrying 104 persons capsized in Taraba State.
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Prepare for heavy rainfall, flooding, NEMA tells Kano, Adamawa, 11 others
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), on Wednesday, asked 13 states and 50 communities, to expect heavy rainfall, which may lead to flooding between...
Don’t spare those diverting palliatives, Gov. Sule urges DSS
Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has asked the Department of Security Services (DSS) not to spare anyone found diverting palliatives.
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Dam opening: Evacuate to prevent deaths, gov’t warns flood-prone communities
The Federal and State governments have issued a warning to flood prone areas along the path of River Benue following the notice of release...
About 34,000 persons already affected by flooding in 2023 – NEMA
The National Emergency Management Agency, (NEMA) says no fewer than 33,983 persons have been affected by flooding in 2023.
The Director, Planning, Research and Forecasting,...
NEMA cautions 14 states, 31 communities over flood
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has listed 14 states and 31 communities that may witness heavy rainfall, leading to flooding from July 4...
We’ve evacuated 2,518 Nigerians in 15 flights from Sudan – NEMA
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says 2,518 evacuated Nigerians have arrived the country from the Republic of Sudan.
Its Director General, Mustapha Ahmed, at...
NEMA receives 126 stranded Nigerians from Libya
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has received 126 stranded Nigerians assisted back to the country from Libya.
The Director General of the Agency, Alh...
Flood ravages 14,496 farms in Kano – NEMA
More than 14, 496 farms were destroyed by flooding in five local government areas of Kano State.
The Director General, National Emergency Management Agency, Mustapha...
NEMA, FCTA partner on emergency response, disaster management
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Malam Muhammad Musa Bello has said the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) will work very closely...
Sustainable Agriculture as a Pillar of Climate Adaptation in Africa –...
Evelyn Dan Epelle, San Jose, California
ADIS24 - Africa stands at the forefront of climate change impacts, despite its low contribution to greenhouse gas emissions....
