The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Monday conducted a full-scale flood simulation exercise in Mbiama, Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State, as part of its 2025 flood preparedness and response strategy.
The exercise, carried out in collaboration with the Rivers State Government, was designed to sensitize flood-prone communities and enhance coordinated response mechanisms in the state.
NEMA Director General, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, described the initiative as a proactive step toward protecting lives, livelihoods, and national assets.
“Flooding remains one of the most recurrent and devastating natural disasters in Nigeria. Beyond the loss of lives and property, it disrupts oil production and undermines the economy,” Umar said.
She explained that the exercise was aimed at testing existing plans and protocols, identifying operational gaps, and strengthening multi-agency collaboration to build more resilient communities.
