The Special Adviser to the Kogi State Governor on State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), Dr Musa Sandra, has reiterated the state government’s preparedness for the impending flood predicted by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency.
Dr Sandra, who was part of the strategic meeting between the Commander Naval Base Banda, Lokoja, Commodore T. Senibo, and SEMA disclosed that it was aimed at strengthening collaboration between the Nigerian Navy and SEMA in disaster management, particularly in environmental sanitation and clearing of drainage and canals to aid effective flood management.
During the strategic meeting, Dr Musa averred that Commodore Senibo emphasized the Nigerian Navy’s readiness to partner with stakeholders in disaster management.
She commended the Nigerian Navy’s commitment to disaster management, stressing that effective flood management requires a multi-faceted approach.
Dr Sandra applauded the Nigerian Navy’s willingness to collaborate with SEMA adding that, the Kogi State Government under Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo remains committed to mitigating the impact of flooding across the various communities.
The Special Adviser reaffirmed the State Government’s commitment to flood mitigation and preparedness, highlighting SEMA’s repositioning and the Kogi State Government’s support for effective service delivery in mitigating natural disasters.
“This collaborative effort demonstrates the State Government’s proactive approach to environmental management and emergency response” she added.
