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Udeze Ekene
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The Federal Government has said actions are being taken to mitigate post-flood impacts in Borno State and on victims.
The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal, said this on Wednesday, in a statement.
Lawal stated that experts and staff of some departments and agencies under the ministry have been deployed to Borno State to ensure post-flood impacts are mitigated.
Lawal explained that as part of sensitization efforts of the Ministry, about 3,000 flyers will be distributed to Borno residents to equip them with necessary information on practices during the flood challenge.
“The team will carry out continuous water sampling and tests, identify sources of hazardous chemicals and take proactive measures to prevent waterborne diseases.
“Similarly, the team will maintain continuous sampling of water sources which is essential for monitoring water quality, identifying contamination, as well as taking proactive measures to maintain public health and safety in the state. All agencies under the Ministry in Borno State have been directed to collaborate with the State Government to mitigate the effects of the flood disaster,” Lawal said.
The Minister of Environment disclosed that 100 drums of 40kg of chlorine have been deployed to Borno State to disinfect water sources, ensuring safe drinking water and preventing waterborne diseases like cholera.
He added that the Ministry will deploy 30,000 flyers with a view to sensitize the public on best sanitation and hygiene practices which include proper waste disposal, frequent handwashing and personal hygiene with a view to reducing the spread of infections.
“Beyond immediate short term response, the Ministry will also work closely with Borno State Government to develop comprehensive flood mitigation strategies and early warning mechanisms to safeguard against future recurrences. We will also explore avenues for collaboration with international partners to strengthen the State’s capacity for disaster risk management and climate adaptation.
“I must commend the tireless efforts and proactive leadership of His Excellency, Babagana Zulum, the Governor of Borno State in the face of this disaster. His Excellency’s swift response in mobilizing resources and ensuring the safety and well-being of the affected communities which is truly commendable.
“I am confident that under His Excellency’s capable leadership, Borno State will emerge stronger from this tragedy and the resilience of its people will once again shine through. The Federal Government is keen to strengthen its resolve to build resilience against such environmental challenges in the future,” the Minister stated.
According to the statement, the experts and teams from the Department of Pollution Control and Environmental Health (PCE&H), the Department of Erosion, Flood and Coastal Zone Management, the Department Forestry, the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-arid Landscape Program (ACReSAL) Project, the Nigeria Climate Adaptation-Erosion and Watershed Project (NCAEWP -EIB), the National Park Services and the Environmental Health Council (EHCON), have been deployed to Borno State.
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