By UBONGABASI LINUS Governor vows decisive action against blocked waterways, says lasting flood control requires stronger infrastructure and public cooperation. Akwa Ibom Targets Long-Term Flood Control with Drainage Master Plan Review Government Launches Urgent Response AKWA Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has initiated a comprehensive review of the state’s drainage master plan following flash floods […]
Deadly Rainfall Exposes Growing Environmental Vulnerability THE death of five people—including four children—in a landslide caused by prolonged heavy rainfall in Ikot Anwatim Community, Calabar Municipality, has renewed concerns over the increasing impact of climate-related disasters on communities across Nigeria. Beyond the tragic loss of lives, the disaster destroyed residential buildings, injured survivors and exposed […]
DESOPADEC Steps Up Flood Mitigation Across Isoko Communities THE Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) has intensified its annual flood control intervention across oil-producing communities, urging residents of Isoko Nation to support the exercise by keeping drainage channels and waterways free of refuse. The appeal was made by the DESOPADEC Board Member representing […]