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  • JUST IN: NEMA confirms 25 dead, 14 missing in Yobe boat mishap

    JUST IN: NEMA confirms 25 dead, 14 missing in Yobe boat mishap

    The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has disclosed that 25 persons have died and 14 others are missing following a boat mishap in Nguru LGA in Yobe State.

    According to NEMA, 13 people were rescued after the mishap occurred around 7:48 p.m. on Saturday.

    The canoe was conveying 52 passengers travelling from Adiyani town in Guri LGA of Jigawa State to Garbi town in Nguru LGA of Yobe State.

    The passengers were reportedly returning from fishing and farming activities when the canoe capsized midway across the water channel.

    Following the incident, the Director-General of NEMA, Zubaida Umar, has activated the Agency’s Maiduguri Operations Office to deploy an Emergency Response Team (ERT) to support ongoing rescue efforts.

    The statement by NEMA read, “The NEMA team will coordinate with the Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (YOSEMA) and other relevant stakeholders to strengthen the search and rescue operations.

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    “NEMA was alerted to the incident by YOSEMA. The mishap occurred at approximately 7:48 p.m. on Saturday, 3rd January 2026, and involved a canoe conveying 52 passengers travelling from Adiyani town in Guri LGA of Jigawa State to Garbi town in Nguru LGA of Yobe State. The passengers were reportedly returning from fishing and farming activities when the canoe capsized midway across the water channel.

    “At the time of reporting, 25 persons have been confirmed dead, while 13 persons have been successfully rescued through the combined efforts of emergency responders and community volunteers. 14 persons remain missing, and search and rescue operations are still ongoing.”

    Umar expressed sympathy to the families of the deceased and reaffirmed the commitment of the agency to continue working closely with Yobe SEMA, the Local Emergency Management Committee (LEMC), local divers, and community volunteers to support the operation.

    She appealed to riverine communities to prioritise safety by avoiding the overloading of boats and ensuring the use of life-saving devices during water transportation.

  • NEMA activates emergency response for yuletide season

    NEMA activates emergency response for yuletide season

    The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has activated its emergency response operations to provide quick responses to emergencies during the yuletide season and beyond.

    The Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs. Zubaida Umar, disclosed this in Abuja on Saturday at the end of a fitness exercise by staff of the Agency.

    The exercise, which featured a walk of about five kilometres, was aimed at promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and preparedness among staff in line with the Agency’s mandate as a frontline emergency coordination agency.

    The DG, in a statement by the Spokesperson of the Agency, Manzo Ezekiel, explained that physical readiness was critical to effective emergency response, especially during periods of heightened human and vehicular activities.

    She assured Nigerians that NEMA has activated its preparedness mechanisms nationwide and is working in close coordination with relevant stakeholders, including security agencies, emergency responders, and other critical agencies, to ensure rapid response to any emergency during the festive period.

    Umar urged members of the public to remain safety-conscious throughout the celebrations, advising motorists to avoid speeding, adhere to traffic regulations, and exercise caution on the roads and waterways, at public gatherings, and in residential areas.

    She further reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to the protection of lives and property, emphasising that the Agency remains on standby across its zonal, territorial, and state operations offices to facilitate a timely response to emergencies that may arise during the yuletide season and in the days ahead.

    The Director of Search and Rescue at NEMA, Air Commodore Bature Usman, explained that the fitness exercise was a routine activity designed to keep personnel physically and mentally prepared for emergency response operations at all times.

    The exercise featured the participation of the Nigerian Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC).

  • Adamawa, Lagos, Akwa Ibom most impacted by flood – NEMA

    Adamawa, Lagos, Akwa Ibom most impacted by flood – NEMA

    • 238 dead, 826 injured, 409,714 persons affected in 27 States

    National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has revealed that Adamawa, Lagos and Akwa Ibom are the most impacted states by this year’s flood.

    So far, 60,608 persons in Adamawa, 57,951 persons in Lagos and 46,233 in Akwa Ibom states have been impacted by the flood.

    The flood has also led to the death of 238 persons in Niger, Adamawa, Borno, Gombe, Jigawa, Kebbi, Sokoto, Taraba and Yobe states.

    409,714 persons across 117 local government areas in 27 states have also been affected with 135,764 displaced between January and October this year.

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    The data by the agency also indicates that 826 injuries were sustained and 115 persons have been reported missing.

    The updated 2025 flood dashboard by NEMA released yesterday indicates that children are the most affected. The data reads: “188,118 children, 125,307 women, 77,423 men, 18,866 elderly, and 2,418 disabled persons have so far been affected by this year’s flood.

    “Also, 47,708 houses and 62,653 farmlands have been affected by the floods.”

    The affected states are; Abia, FCT, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kogi, Katsina, Kebbi, Kwara, Lagos, Nasarawa, Niger, Ondo, Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba and Yobe.

  • Adamawa, Lagos, Akwa Ibom most impacted by flood – NEMA

    Adamawa, Lagos, Akwa Ibom most impacted by flood – NEMA

    The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has revealed that Adamawa, Lagos and Akwa Ibom are the most impacted States by this year’s flood.

    So far, 60,608 persons in Adamawa, 57,951 persons in Lagos and 46,233 in Akwa ibom States have been impacted by the flood.

    The flood has also led to the death of 238 persons in Niger, Adamawa, Borno, Gombe, Jigawa, Kebbi, Sokoto, Taraba and Yobe States.

    No fewer than 409,714 persons across 117 Local Government Areas in 27 States have also been affected and 135,764 displaced between January and October this year.

    The data by the Agency also indicates that 826 injuries were sustained and 115 persons have been reported missing.

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    The updated 2025 flood dashboard by NEMA released on Saturday indicates that children are the most affected. The data reads: “188,118 children 125,307 women, 77,423 men, 18,866 elderly, and 2,418 disabled persons have so far been affected by this year flood.

    “Also, 47,708 houses and 62,653 farmlands have been affected by the floods”.

    The affected States are; Abia, FCT, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kogi, Katsina, Kebbi, Kwara, Lagos, Nasarawa, Niger, Ondo, Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba and Yobe.

  • NEMA seeks partnership to mitigate impact of flood, fire outbreaks, others 

    NEMA seeks partnership to mitigate impact of flood, fire outbreaks, others 

    The Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs. Zubaida Umar, has called for collaboration to mitigate the impact of floods, fire outbreaks and other disasters across the country.

    She also charged the agency’s staff across the country to create trust, restore dignity, and save lives while discharging their duties.

    Umar urged them to uphold the values of empathy, professionalism, and accountability, which are the true hallmarks of excellent service.

    She made the call in Abuja on Thursday during the Agency’s celebration of 2025 Customer Service Week with the theme, “Mission: Possible”.

    Umar noted that the theme was a reminder that no challenge was insurmountable when service is driven by purpose and passion.

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    She said, “As the nation’s apex disaster management agency, our customers are the millions of Nigerians whose lives and livelihoods depend on our efficiency, empathy, and professionalism. Whether we are responding to disasters, coordinating humanitarian relief, managing internally displaced persons’ camps, or strengthening community resilience, our success is measured by the trust and satisfaction of the people we serve. 

    “Disasters do not give notice. In times of crisis, a kind word, a timely update, a listening ear, or a swift response can make the difference between despair and hope. That is why customer care in NEMA is not a department but the heart of our mandate.

    “At NEMA, our mandate demands more than just coordination of emergency response – it demands excellence in every action and integrity in every process. Quality assurance ensures that every relief effort reaches the right people, at the right time, with the right resources. Compliance strengthens public trust and aligns our humanitarian interventions with national policies and international standards.

    “To our partners and stakeholders, we invite you to join us in strengthening a service culture where every Nigerian, no matter their circumstance, feels heard, valued, and supported.”

  • Lagos, NEMA on emergency response

    Lagos, NEMA on emergency response

    …over 13,700 incidents managed in Lagos since 2008

    To strengthen the capacity of first responders during emergencies nationwide, the Lagos State Government has partnered with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to host the maiden State Emergency Management Agencies (SEMA) conference.

    Scheduled for October 2 to 5 in Ikeja, the conference will convene Chief Executives of SEMAs from across the country alongside key stakeholders in emergency and safety management to develop strategies for disaster prevention and risk reduction.

    Announcing the event, themed “Strengthening Sub-national Emergency Management for a Resilient Nigeria”, the Permanent Secretary of LASEMA, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, said it would feature high-level dialogues and simulations on coordinated multi-agency response to complex disaster scenarios.

    He said the aim was to underscore Nigeria’s capacity for resilience, adding that the simulations would hold at the LASEMA Relief Camp in Igando. 

    On the choice of Lagos for the maiden conference, Oke-Osanyintolu said the state has showed leadership in sub-national emergency management, having managed over 13,700 incidents between 2008 and 2025. 

    “These include fires, road accidents, structural collapses, hazardous material incidents, medical emergencies, and large-scale disasters. 

    “Recent data illustrate this impact:

    Over 1,450 emergencies were managed in just the first eight months of 2025. More than 3,000 casualties were attended to in 2023 alone, reflecting expanded capabilities.

    “Over 4,600 road and motor accidents and 2,400 fire outbreaks have been responded to since 2008.

    “Targeted interventions for children since 2023 have improved survival outcomes. 

    “These achievements highlight the effectiveness of Lagos’ collaboration with NEMA, its use of technology and training, and its emphasis on community resilience,” he stated. 

    Commending Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for the robust support to LASEMA and for hosting the conference, Oke-Osanyintolu urged residents not to panic when they observe movements of emergency equipments or hear certain sounds during the days mentioned above as simulations would be on. 

    He also dismissed concerns that there were lapses in communicating emergency situations and updates in Lagos compared to the past, noting that LASEMA was only ensuring it releases empirical information to the public. 

    At the briefing was NEMA’s Assistant Head of Operations, Lagos Office, Mrs. Ibitayo Adenine, who represented the Director General (DG) Mrs Zubaida Umar. 

  • NEMA confirms 231 dead, 607 injured, 315,762 affected in 2025 flood

    NEMA confirms 231 dead, 607 injured, 315,762 affected in 2025 flood

    The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed 231 dead, 607 injured and 315,762 affected by floods this year.

    The agency also added that 114 persons are missing as a result of the flood which has affected 86 Local Government Areas in 25 States.

    The data by the agency also indicated that 113,367 persons have also been displaced with 40,493 houses affected and 46,304 farmlands affected.

    The updated 2025 flood dashboard released by NEMA on Saturday also indicates that the States that are most impacted by the flood.

    The ten most impacted States are: Lagos 52,013, Adamawa 51,713, Akwa Ibom 46,233, Imo 29,242, Taraba 26,722, Rivers 22,345, Delta 14,057, Abia 11,907, Borno 8,164 and Kaduna 7,334.

    According to the data from the agency, children are the most affected. 

    The data reads: “143,683 children, 100,079 women, 60,408 men, 11,592 elderly, and 2,265 disabled persons have so far been affected by this year’s flood.

    “Some States affected are; Abia, FCT, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Borno, Delta, Edo, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, Niger, Ondo, Rivers and Sokoto States. 

    The key challenges identified in the aftermath of the flood incidence are resource shortage, inaccessibility, community resistance and security risk.

    “Resource shortage accounts for 69 per cent of the challenges,16 per cent inaccessibility, 7 per cent community resistance and 6 per cent security risk.”

    The priority needs of the affected persons according to NEMA include; food, shelter, WASH, health, livelihood, nutrition, education, protection and security. 

  • Flood: Adamawa senator, NEMA distribute 945 bags of rice, maize to south constituents

    Flood: Adamawa senator, NEMA distribute 945 bags of rice, maize to south constituents

    Senator Binos Yaroe, representing Adamawa South Senatorial District, has distributed 945 bags of rice and maize to his constituents across nine local government areas (LGAs).

    Each LGA received 105 bags, comprising 55 bags of maize and 50 bags of rice — totaling 495 bags of maize and 450 bags of rice.

    Speaking at the flag-off of the distribution, Senator Yaroe said he personally funded the initiative to complement the efforts of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), which had earlier provided relief materials to flood victims in selected communities.

    “While flood victims benefitted from NEMA’s intervention, I felt it was right for others too to have some support because nearly all households across the nine LGAs were affected by the disaster,” he said.

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    A representative of Jada LGA, Abubakar Usman, noted that this marked the fifth time Senator Yaroe had reached out to constituents with food and non-food relief items.

    Separately, NEMA distributed food supplies, including grains, spaghetti, and vegetable oil, to flood victims in Vulpi, Bolki, and Salti (Numan LGA), as well as Mararaba Labbare and Sebore Teneke (Mayo-Belwa LGA).

    NEMA official Abdulkadiri Mahmud commended Senator Yaroe for facilitating the release of the items, while community representatives Daniel Makwada (Salti) and Alex Amakildo (Bolki) expressed gratitude to both NEMA and the senator for their support.

  • Niger boat accident: 58 rescued, 30 dead, says NEMA

    Niger boat accident: 58 rescued, 30 dead, says NEMA

    The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed that over 30 passengers died and 58 rescued in the boat accident at Gausawa in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.

    Its Director-General, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, has directed the agency’s Minna Operations Office, who are on site to intensify the ongoing rescue.

    According to a statement by NEMA spokesman, Manzo Ezekiel, witnesses at the scene of the incident indicated that about 90 persons were onboard the ill-fated boat.

    The accident, which occurred on September 2, was reportedly caused by overloading.

    The statement reads: “Witnesses at the scene of the incident revealed that about 90 persons were onboard the ill-fated vessel. So far, 58 passengers have been rescued, while over 30 lives have been lost as one additional body was recovered this afternoon.

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    “Several other passengers remain unaccounted for, with search and rescue efforts still ongoing.

    “Initial investigations indicate that the mishap was caused by overloading of the vessel, compounded by a collision with a tree stump along the water channel”.

    The agency stated that the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) is leading the rescue operation with other stakeholders that includes the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (HYPPADEC), Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS), local divers and community volunteers.

    NEMA while assuring the public that further updates will be provided as more details emerge, added that NEMA is coordinating with stakeholders to ensure a sustained and organised response.

  • 58 rescued, over 30 dead in Niger boat mishap – NEMA

    58 rescued, over 30 dead in Niger boat mishap – NEMA

    The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has said 58 passengers have been rescued and over 30 dead in the recent boat mishap at Gausawa community in Borgu LGA of Niger State.

    The Director General of (NEMA), Mrs. Zubaida Umar, directed the Agency’s Minna Operations Office on site to intensify the ongoing rescue efforts.

    According to a statement by NEMA spokesman, Manzo Ezekiel, witnesses at the scene of the incident revealed that about 90 persons were onboard the ill-fated vessel.

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    The boat mishap which occurred on 2nd September is reported to have been caused by overloading.

    The statement reads in part: “Witnesses at the scene of the incident revealed that about 90 persons were onboard the ill-fated vessel. So far, 58 passengers have been rescued, while over 30 lives have been lost as one aditional body was recovered this afternoon.

    “Several other passengers remain unaccounted for, with search and rescue efforts still ongoing.

    “Initial investigations indicate that the mishap was caused by overloading of the vessel, compounded by a collision with a tree stump along the water channel”.

    The Agency stated that the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) is leading the rescue operation with other stakeholders that includes the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (HYPPADEC), Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS), Local divers and community volunteers.

    NEMA while assuring the public that further updates will be provided as more details emerge, added that NEMA is coordinating with stakeholders to ensure a sustained and organized response.