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NEMA chief urges flood‑prone communities to heed alerts and relocate
Updated 10:05 WAT, · first published 25 Oct 2026, 18:18 WAT · 1 outlet reporting
Director General of NEMA, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, called on residents of flood‑prone communities nationwide to act on warning alerts and move to safer locations as the rainy season intensifies. She stressed that proactive relocation can protect lives and property. The appeal comes amid heightened flood risk across several regions.
What we know
- DG NEMA Mrs. Zubaida Umar issued the advisory
- Residents in flood‑prone areas urged to relocate
- Warning issued as the rainy season intensifies
Why it matters: Heeding the warning can prevent loss of life and reduce damage during the upcoming flood season.
Sources
- Report by NEMA Nigeria – NEMA Nigeria,
Updates
- – Summary updated with new reporting
- – Story published – 1 outlet incl. official source
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