Weather
Flood alert issued in Pakistan as heavy rains expected
The Meteorological Department and Flood Control Cell have issued a high-level flood alert in the Chenab, Ravi, Sutlej, and adjacent rivers, warning of potential devastation in the coming days. According to Chaudhry Asad Inayat, heavy rains are expected in the upper reaches of the rivers from September 2 to 3, which may lead to a […]
Minneapolis school shooting leaves three dead, 20 injured
A devastating shooting at a Minneapolis school has left three people, including the shooter, dead and approximately 20 injured. The incident occurred at Annunciation Catholic School, prompting a swift response from law enforcement and emergency services. According to the Justice Department, the shooter has been “contained,” and authorities are working to determine the extent of […]
NiMet issues 3-day weather outlook with heavy rains
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has released a detailed three-day weather forecast, cautioning Nigerians to prepare for thunderstorms and varying levels of rainfall across different regions of the country between Friday, August 23, and Sunday, August 25. In its weather outlook issued on Thursday in Abuja, the agency explained that the weather pattern would be […]
Delta Flood Horror: Search Continues for Missing 2-Year-Old girl
A heartbreaking tragedy has struck the community of Boji-Boji, Agbor, in the Ika North-East Local Government Area of Delta State, as a 2-year-old girl, Fortress Isiza, remains missing after being swept away by powerful floodwaters during a heavy downpour on the morning of Tuesday, May 13, 2025. The incident occurred around 7:00 a.m. when Fortress, […]
NEMA Activates Nationwide Flood Response Teams
NEMA Launches Nationwide Flood Preparedness Campaign Ahead of 2025 Rainy Season In anticipation of potential flooding during the 2025 rainy season, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has commenced a nationwide deployment of teams to flood-prone communities. The initiative aims to deliver critical early warning messages and promote disaster preparedness at the grassroots level. NEMA’s […]
FG Reaffirms Commitment to Combating Flooding, Desertification
The Federal Government reaffirmed its resolve to lead efforts that mitigate environmental risks and protect the wellbeing of all Nigerians. The Federal Government has reiterated its strong commitment to addressing the severe and recurring impacts of flooding and desertification across Nigeria. This renewed pledge also underscores the government’s broader objective of safeguarding lives, protecting property, […]
Stakeholders, Police join forces to combat Farmer-Herder violence
The collaborative effort between the Adamawa State Police Command and other security stakeholders is a step in the right direction towards addressing the farmer-herder conflicts in the state. The Adamawa State Police Command, led by Commissioner Mr. Morris Dankombo, has joined forces with other security stakeholders to address the perennial farmer-herder conflicts in the state. […]
Rainstorm Destroy Unity College Hostels
The chairman of the Parents/Teachers’ Association (PTA), has issued an appeal to parents, urging them to keep their children and wards at home until further notice. A devastating rainstorm that swept through the Federal Government College (FGC) in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, over the weekend has left a trail of destruction in its wake. […]
FG meets unions today as NiMet strike disrupts flights.
Workers from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency set up protest at the airports in Lagos, Abuja, and Kano on Wednesday, which caused flight operations to be hampered at all three of these locations. At 7am on Wednesday, the strike was officially declared to have begun at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. Following Wednesday’s protest […]
Flood: Oyo Excavates 11 Rivers, Upgrades Airport, Circular Road
In order to protect lives and property, the Council approved immediate dredging of 11 flood-prone rivers across Oyo State. Proactive efforts are being taken by the government of Oyo State in order to solve the issue of flooding during the rainy season. Similarly, the Ministry of Environment has received approval to purchase additional compactor vehicles […]