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NEMA Urges More Stakeholders’ Action For Disaster Management

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The Director-General of the National Emergency Management
Agency (NEMA), Alhaji Mohammed Sani-Sidi, on Thursday in Abuja called for more
efforts by stakeholders to check large-scale disasters in the country.

Sani-Sidi made the call at an event organised by NEMA to
commemorate the 2012 UN World Humanitarian Day.

The director-general stressed the need for strategies to
check large scale disasters such as floods, epidemics, drought, desertification
and the resultant bio-diversity loss.

He commended the stakeholders in disaster management for
their continued collaboration and support for all NEMA’s activities.

“I wish to call upon you to use your talents and experiences
gained over the years to develop tools for effective humanitarian service
delivery that does not compromise the safety and wellbeing of such service
providers,’’ he said.

In a goodwill message, the Director-General of the Nigerian
Metrological Agency, Dr Anthony Anuforom, warned that the latest forecast by the
agency indicated that more people would be vulnerable to the impending flood.

The DG, who said that the agency had provided NEMA with the
necessary information on the vulnerable areas, commended efforts being made by
NEMA to mitigate the impact of the likely disaster.

“NIMET believes that efforts to militate against the
impending flooding should be made by governments of affected areas by taking
precautions to avoid disasters,’’ he said.

He urged stakeholders in disaster management to put in place
measures to address the humanitarian situations caused by climate change.

He also advised the citizenry to be part of efforts to make
the country safe.

The Minister of Environment, Mrs Hadiza Mailafia, in her
goodwill message, said that the 2012 World Humanitarian Day’s theme of
“Greening the Blues’’ was apt as it brought to focus the current challenges
caused by effects of climate change.

The minister, who was represented by an Assistant Director
in the ministry, Mr Theodore Nwaoke, said that the ministry had embarked on
programmes to adapt to climate change and reduce disasters in the country.

In a message, the UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP
representative in Nigeria, Mr Daouda Toure, urged humanitarian communities in
the country to show solidarity with people in the Sahel region.

He said people in the Sahel region were currently
experiencing food insecurity, malnutrition and diseases that required urgent
attention.

The UN General Assembly in its resolution in December 2008
set aside Aug. 19 of every year to commemorate the World Humanitarian Day.

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LWC, Julius Berger seek stronger coordination on Lagos infrastructure

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The Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) has commenced discussions with Julius Berger Nigeria Plc to strengthen coordination between water and road infrastructure projects.
This is contained in a statement issued by the corporation.
The corporation said the engagement followed a courtesy and familiarisation visit led by its Managing Director, Mr Mukhtaar Tijani, to Julius Berger’s Ijora office.
It said the visit was aimed at strengthening institutional relations and creating opportunities for deeper collaboration between both organisations.
The corporation stressed the importance of cordial relationships with neighbouring organisations and strategic stakeholders to promote future collaboration.
The meeting focused on road construction, water pipeline protection, water infrastructure development and sustainable water supply across Lagos Island and its environs.
Both organisations highlighted the need for early communication and technical coordination to prevent conflicts between road projects and existing water infrastructure.
Julius Berger Regional Commercial Manager, Region West, Mr Alexander Bauer, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to sustainable engineering solutions rather than short-term fixes.
Bauer stressed the importance of early stakeholder engagement and proper coordination before construction activities begin.
The meeting also examined access to project drawings and technical information required to improve coordination between water and road infrastructure projects.
Julius Berger explained that releasing detailed project drawings remained subject to approval from the appropriate client.
Both organisations therefore agreed on the need to engage the Lagos State Government to secure necessary approvals and strengthen technical collaboration.
The discussions also focused on accurate pipeline information and its importance in planning future water infrastructure and urban development projects.
The LWC delegation raised concerns about uncoordinated borehole drilling and its potential effects on groundwater resources and the ecosystem.
Participants noted that stronger public water supply systems could reduce dependence on individual boreholes and help protect underground water resources.
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They also agreed on the importance of sharing information on construction activities, road conditions, project schedules and potential disruptions.
Security and community considerations were also discussed, with Julius Berger highlighting its engagement with relevant authorities on security infrastructure within the area.
The meeting ended with a shared commitment to open communication, stronger technical coordination and exploring further opportunities for collaboration.
The engagement is expected to strengthen synergies between water and road infrastructure planning and support resilient and sustainable infrastructure development across Lagos.
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IYD: Climate experts advocate investment in African youth

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Some Climate Experts across Africa have called for investment in African youth to enhance future security.
They made the call on Wednesday during a webinar organised by Planet, People and Peace Foundation (PPPF), a non-governmental organisation, to observe 2026 International Youth Day (IYD).
According to them, there is a need to invest, listen and create opportunities for young African people.
The Tide source reports that the 2026 theme of the IYD is “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations’’.
Miss Bisi Kumuyi, the Secretary, Climate Beyond Border Caravan (CBBC), Nigeria, who canvassed for investment in youth, said the future of Africa would be determined by the opportunities the continent created for its young people today.
The CBBC, an initiative of PPPF, is a pan-African, youth-led campaign promoting climate action, cross-border cooperation and green economic transformation across the continent.
‘‘As Africa joins the rest of the world to commemorate International Youth Day on Aug. 12, 2026, we celebrate the energy, creativity, resilience and determination of young Africans who continue to shape the continent’s present and future.
‘‘This year’s theme reminds us that young people across Africa live in different social, economic and cultural circumstances.
‘‘They share common aspirations: access to quality education, decent employment, innovation, peace, inclusion, environmental sustainability and opportunities to fulfil their potential,’’ she said.
Also speaking, Mrs Nouran Farouk, an Egyptian Climate Activist, called for urgent investment in Africa’s youth.
According to her, Africa is the world’s youngest continent, and its youthful population represented one of its greatest assets.
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PWDs: CCD Unveils Report On Climate Change Impacts, Urges Implementation

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The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has unveiled a research report on impacts of climate change on Persons With Disabilities (PWDs), calling for its implementation in the country.
The Acting Director CCD, Mr Godwin Unumeri, made the call  at the public presentation of the report titled: “Disability-Inclusive Greenhouse Gas Emission and Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation in Nigeria” on Wednesday in Lagos.
The event brought together government institutions, development partners, civil society organisations, persons with disabilities and other key stakeholder to foster dialogue, collaboration and stronger commitment to disability-inclusive climate change adaptation and mitigation in Nigeria.
Unumeri urged stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and policy commitment toward building climate resilience and ensuring the inclusion of persons with disabilities in Nigeria’s climate response.
He noted that valuable insights and recommendations from stakeholders at a validation workshop in February had been incorporated into the report.
According to him, effective implementation of the recommendations requires sustained collaboration, strong policy commitment, adequate resource mobilisation and coordinated action across sectors.
“By working together, we can translate these findings into practical interventions that strengthen climate resilience and ensure the full inclusion of persons with disabilities in Nigeria’s climate response,” he said.
In her remarks, the General Manager, Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA), Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, urged the stakeholders to ensure that the report would be translated into practical interventions to enhance full inclusion of PWDs particularly in climate change policies.
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