Lagos does not have a flooding problem that will be solved with bigger drains alone. It also has a ground stability problem, driven by how the...
Obstruction of drainage channels through unauthorised structures. Beyond large-scale reclamation, the proliferation of unapproved buildings and makeshift shops across the city has, over time, obstructed natural...
The FG says over 14,000 communities across 33 states and the FCT are at high flood risk in 2026, according to the latest Annual Flood Outlook.
As the dry season approaches, many fear that the water situation may worsen if the issue is not urgently addressed. Residents are hopeful that with another...
As the dry season approaches, many fear that the water situation may worsen if the issue is not urgently addressed. Residents are hopeful that with another...
There is still hope, however. With sustained advocacy, investment in urban infrastructure, and the political will to prioritize human welfare, Maiduguri can recover. But the window...
The truth is that we cannot stop the rain—but we can stop the tragedy. Other countries face storms and survive because they prepare. We cannot afford...
I urge this national newspaper and other media outlets to keep this conversation alive. Let’s not treat flood disasters as temporary headlines. Let us treat them...
NiMET had earlier warned in its 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction of possible heavy rainfall and flooding across various states in Nigeria, including Sokoto. The agency also...
Natural disasters in Nigeria disproportionately affect the most vulnerable Nigerians. Protecting them should be high on the list of government’s priorities. This must translate into taking...
The Social Democratic Party has urged Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila to resign over the PFIPC controversy, while raising concerns...
Iranian state media reported that a military facility near Bushehr was hit by a projectile and blamed the US and...
Former Code of Conduct Tribunal Chairman Danladi Umar has been remanded in Kuje Correctional Centre after his arraignment on four...
Governor Dauda Lawal says he rejected a ₦300 million ransom demand after his brothers were kidnapped, warning that ransom payments...
Traffic along the Mile 2-Wharf-Apapa corridor worsened after hundreds of trucks blocked the port access road, disrupting transport, businesses and...
France have lost their appeal against Michael Olise's yellow card from the World Cup last-16 win over Paraguay, leaving the...
Russia has imposed a temporary diesel export ban as fuel shortages spread across the country following weeks of Ukrainian attacks...
Against that backdrop, Falana warned that any failure by the Federal Government to adequately fund poverty reduction programmes in the...
Didier Deschamps says France must improve their finishing against Morocco despite leading the FIFA World Cup scoring charts with 14...
The agricultural sector in Nigeria is systematically crumbling and affecting every other part of the Nigerian economy, banking and financial...
Nigeria's pressing economic crises are inextricably intertwined with its deteriorating security architecture. Meaningful infrastructural development, economic diversification, and structural reforms...
Amadou Onana will miss the remainder of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after tearing his ACL during Belgium's victory over...
Switzerland edged Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout after 120 goalless minutes to advance to the 2026 FIFA World Cup...
The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final lineup is complete. Check the full fixtures, qualified teams, match dates, venues and kick-off...
Lionel Messi has moved back to the top of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot race ahead of Kylian...
Argentina fought back from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Lionel Messi...
The defeat marked the end of Portugal’s journey in the tournament and brought the curtain down on Ronaldo’s World Cup...
Ghana's football history proves beyond doubt that the nation has produced generations of outstanding football minds. The legends who conquered...
An emotional Neymar hinted at retirement from international football after Brazil’s World Cup exit following a 2-1 defeat to Norway.