NOA urges Jigawa residents to act against recurring floods
The National Orientation Agency has cautioned Jigawa communities to avoid activities that worsen flooding. Ahmad Ibrahim, the state director, highlighted the agency’s ongoing campaign focused on flood mitigation and emergency preparedness. The campaign also covers voter registration and discourages the misuse of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food. The agency stressed the importance of public cooperation to reduce flood risks and protect vulnerable groups.
What we know
- Ahmad Ibrahim said the campaign addresses flood mitigation, emergency preparedness, voter registration, and the misuse of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food.
- The 2026 Annual Flood Outlook highlights a looming flood threat for Jigawa, worsened by human activities like poor waste disposal and illegal construction.
- NOA will deploy Community Orientation and Mobilisation Officers to sensitise residents in all 27 local government areas.
- The third phase of Continuous Voter Registration began on May 11, 2026, and will run until July 10, 2026 at INEC offices and designated centres.
- The agency, with support from UNICEF and the First Lady of Jigawa State, is intensifying efforts to prevent the commercial misuse of RUTF meant for severely malnourished children.
