NEMA Seeks Stronger Ties with Nigerian Army for Flood Management

On Friday, Mr. Zubaida Umar Sundai, the Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), visited the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.

Gen. Waidi Shaibu, at Army Headquarters in Abuja.

During this courtesy visit, Mr. Umar emphasized the need for enhanced collaboration between NEMA and the Nigerian Army to strengthen flood preparedness and disaster response across the country.

He highlighted the increasing flood risks predicted for several parts of Nigeria, as indicated by forecasts from agencies including the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) and the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA). Mr.

Umar noted that effective preparedness and response require sustained collaboration among critical stakeholders, including the armed forces. He commended the Nigerian Army for its long-standing partnership with NEMA in emergency operations and acknowledged the vital role of the Army's engineering assets and logistical capabilities in disaster response efforts.

Mr. Umar also informed Lt.

Gen. Shaibu about NEMA's plans to conduct flood simulation exercises and invited the Nigerian Army to actively participate in these initiatives.