Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has assured residents that his administration is proactively taking steps to reduce the impact of potential flood disasters in the state.
Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting organized by the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) in Umuahia, Otti—represented by the Commissioner for Environment, Philemon Ogbonna—outlined key flood prevention strategies currently being implemented.
These include the construction of new roads with proper drainage systems, clearing of blocked gutters, and erosion control projects aimed at improving water flow during heavy rains.
He emphasized the importance of timely information sharing, urging community leaders and stakeholders to spread early warning messages to rural and urban areas alike.
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“We are committed to protecting lives and property. Preventing disaster is not just about infrastructure, but also about awareness and preparedness,” the governor said.
The meeting comes on the heels of flood predictions by relevant federal agencies, raising concerns across flood-prone states.
Also speaking at the event, the Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Zubaida Umar—represented by Director Walter Brandon—said the agency has rolled out disaster mitigation strategies. These include training local emergency responders and promoting sustainable rainwater harvesting systems.
In his welcome remarks, SEMA Executive Secretary Sunny Jackson noted that the meeting is crucial for coordinating a statewide response to forecasted flooding and reducing the human and economic toll.
Stakeholders agreed on the need for continuous collaboration between government agencies and communities to build resilience and improve disaster response in the state.
