NEMA Clarifies Flood Alert, Insists Data Shows Possible Flooding

The National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA has clarified its position on the alert of possible flooding as stated at the October 7, 2023 Emergency Coordination Forum, EFC meeting.

In a reaction yesterday to a story on LEADERSHIP Sunday, titled: “NEMA Issued Flood Alert Without Complete Data”, the agency said available information as of the day of the meeting was sufficient enough to alert Nigerians of possible flooding in some states.

The Emergency Coordination Forum which was held on 7th October, 2023 at the instance of director-general, National Emergency Management Agency, Mustapha Ahmed, was to intimate critical stakeholders on the present situation of flooding following the sudden release of water from Lagdo Dam in the Republic of Cameroon.

He briefed the meeting that the release of water had affected some local government areas in Adamawa State, particularly Fofure council where farmlands and houses were affected.

At the same meeting, the NEMA director general thanked stakeholders for their continued collaboration for efficient flood response and actions.

He ended by reiterating the need for constant vigilance, prompt sharing of information and taking action when there is an immediate threat of flooding.