Category: Disaster
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Nigerian Military Confirms 22 Soldiers Killed, Denies Dislodgment of Any Base Amidst Ambush Reports
By Abdulkareem Haruna The Nigerian military has confirmed the tragic loss of 22 soldiers during recent operations against insurgents in the North East, specifically in the infamous Timbuktu Triangle. This announcement comes in response to earlier media reports claiming that a military base was dislodged following an ambush in the remote border community of Malumfatori.…
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LCBC, UNDP, AUC Discuss Key Issues Ahead of the 5th Lake Chad Governors’ Forum Hosted by Yobe
By Abdulkareem Haruna Ndjamena, CHAD– January 22, 2025 – Yobe State is set to welcome dignitaries from across the Lake Chad Basin region for the 5th edition of the Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum (LCBGF), themed “Rebuilding the Lake Chad Basin: Consolidating Gains, Commitment to Peace, Cross-Border Cooperation, Security and Sustainable Development for a Resilient…
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Parents of Resuming Borno Pupils Smile as Senator Lawan Donates Free Books, Study Materials to Flood-affected Schools
By Abdulkareem Haruna In his usual remarkable act of empathetic leadership, Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, who represents Borno Central Senatorial District, has last week provided a large scale palliative support for schools in his constituents following the recent devastating floods. It could be recalled that when the September 10 floods ravaged the substantial portions of…
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Major Disaster Averted: Max Air Plane Catches Fire Mid-Air in Maiduguri
By Abdulkareem Haruna A major disaster was averted Wednesday night when an Abuja-bound Max Air plane caught fire in mid-air, prompting an emergency return to the Muhammadu Buhari International Airport in Maiduguri. The aircraft, carrying approximately 70 passengers, included Borno State Deputy Governor Usman Kadafur, who was traveling to Abuja for an official function. Witnesses…
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How Maiduguri flood bared its fangs on physically challenged victims
By Fidelis Mac-Leva (A special report originally published on the ICIR website on December 1, 2024.) PERSONS Living with Disability (PWDs) were among the estimated one million victims affected by the flood that hit Maiduguri, the Borno State capital and its environs on September 9. With over 10,000 members spread across the 27 LGAs of…
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Chris Oyakhilome Foundation Shares Food, Relief Items to 50,000 Flood Victims in Borno
By Abdul Kareem MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — The Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI) has launched a vital relief effort in Maiduguri, delivering essential food and non-food items to 50,000 individuals affected by the severe floods that struck Borno State in September. Pastor Joy Amenkhienan, who is leading the COFI delegation, highlighted the foundation’s commitment to supporting…
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NEDC Pledges Support to UMTH After Devastating Floods in Maiduguri
By Abdul Kareem Maiduguri, Nigeria (tHT) — The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has committed to assisting the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH) in repairing equipment severely damaged by recent flooding that struck Maiduguri and surrounding areas. In a recent visit to UMTH, NEDC Managing Director Ambassador Goni Mohammed Alkali assessed the flood damage…
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Borno Government Donates ₦500 Million to Flood-ravaged Unimaid Teaching Hospital
By Abdul Kareem The Borno State government has taken a significant step by presenting a cheque of ₦500 million to the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital. This donation is intended to support the hospital’s recovery after the devastating flood on September 10, 2024. The University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, one of major government health institutions…
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Idris Durkwa Pays Homage to Shehu of Borno After Devastating Floods
By Abdul Kareem Maiduguri, Nigeria – Alhaji Idris Durkwa, a prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Borno State, led a delegation of party members on Thursday to the palace of the Shehu of Borno, HRH Dr. Abubakar Garbai Al-Amin Elkanemi, to express condolences after the catastrophic floods that recently struck Maiduguri and…
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Seyi, President Tinubu’s Son Pledges Support to Flood-Ravaged Borno, Donates Over ₦500 Million
By Abdul Kareem Seyi Tinubu, a youth advocate and son of Nigeria’s president, expressed solidarity on Friday with the people of Borno State following devastating floods in Maiduguri, the state capital. Accompanied by his brother, friends, and associates, Tinubu announced a donation exceeding ₦500 million on their behalf, aimed at alleviating the hardships faced by…
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