JALINGO – The Taraba State Government has issued a strong warning to residents over the heightened risks of flooding during the 2025 rainy season, urging communities to take urgent steps towards preparedness and safety.
In a statement released by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, the government emphasized that floods remain one of the most devastating natural hazards in Nigeria, with the danger of flash floods and urban flooding increasing due to blocked or poorly managed drainage systems.
In the statement, the Commissioner of Environment and Climate Change, Hajiya Aishat A. Barde (Zinariyan Mumuyawa), explained that the ministry, in line with directives from the Federal Ministry of Environment, is committed to safeguarding lives, livelihoods, and infrastructure across the state.
“Every flood alert is not a call for panic but a call to prepare and act responsibly. We shall continue to strengthen early warning systems, public sensitization, and community resilience to reduce flood impacts,” the commissioner stated.
The statement urged Local Government Environmental Officers, Community Leaders, Stakeholders, and residents to step up flood preparedness measures.
The Ministry pledged to continue providing timely updates to guide the public, stressing that cooperation between government and citizens is key to reducing the risks of flooding.
“We can only succeed if we work together to protect our communities,” Hajiya Barde said, calling on residents to be vigilant, proactive, and responsible.
With heavy rains already intensifying across the state, the government’s message is clear: preparedness, not panic, will be the lifeline for Taraba residents in 2025.
