Shettima Leads National Economic Council in Unveiling Comprehensive Flood Management Strategy

By Grace Samuel

Vice President Kashim Shettima took the helm at the 137th National Economic Council meeting on Thursday, November 23, held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

The focus of this session was to devise robust strategies to address national flood disasters and enhance the country’s responsiveness to such emergencies.

During the meeting, the Minister of Budget and National Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, presented two key proposals. These were thoughtfully reviewed by the Chief Executive Officer of the African Reinsurance Company, emphasizing their potential as preventative measures against environmental issues.

Vice President Shettima, in his guidance, encouraged Nigerians to leverage the opportunities provided by Africa Reinsurance.

Specifically, he urged them to explore the benefits of insurance for participants in the agricultural sector within their respective states.

Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State underscored the importance of the National Flood Management Council in formulating effective solutions to combat flood disasters.

He further revealed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s keen interest in advancing strategies for the management of floods and natural disasters.

Governor Bello disclosed the establishment of a committee tasked with developing proactive measures to address flooding issues.

“We were given seven days to review the reports set up by the Federal Government, and we came up with this roadmap,” he stated.

Furthermore, Governor Bello assured that President Bola Tinubu would oversee the implementation of these measures to effectively manage yearly flooding across the country.

This collective effort aims to ensure a comprehensive and sustainable approach to mitigating the impact of floods on the nation.