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Filling up lakes contributed to the flooding in Kano-Construcshop
A construction company based in Kano Construcshop Global Company has described the Poor urban planning, urban implosion, climate change, landfills of water bodies that act as collectors of rainwater as main factors leading to incessant flooding in Kano.
Chief Executive Officer of Construcshop Global Company Arc. Khalifa Rabiu Tahir, stated this during an interview with newsmen on the recent flooding that occurred in Kano, Jigawa, and some parts of northern Nigeria.
Khalifa Rabi’u Tahir, who is also an environmental activist and a member of the World Economic Forum’s Global Shapers Community, said It is quite an unfortunate incident that has resulted in the loss of lives and destruction of properties, most of which could have been avoided.
“We all believe in acts of God. Also, global warming for example is a global phenomenon so the Kano state Government can’t be fully blamed for the floods”, he said.
He added that the sale and subsequent filling up of lakes like the Dan Agundi water ways and many more shows the negligence of Kano state government in urban planning.
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He corroborated that these lakes act as reservoirs for the surplus waters from rainfall which provide much-needed relief from intense heat and act as a consistent supply for underground lakes, and also aid in erosion control.
Khalifa Rabiu says that this indication shows that in the coming years cities like Kano, Jigawa, Lokoja, and the northern part of the region will experience the worst flooding.
“Because the cities are only getting more crowded, the space that is supposed to be for the water to runoff is being eaten up by more buildings and our drainages don’t link to anywhere, so there is no proper central sewage system in place.
“For example, imagine that you have a plate on a table that can contain exactly one cup of water. When You fill the plate with sand and then pour the same cup of water into the plate, won’t most of the water flow unto the table? This is exactly the case with the backfilled lakes,” the environmental activist said.”
Khalifa further stated that, despite the fact that the flooding never affected anyone from his family, it doesn’t stop him from being a concerned citizen, adding that it is imperative that the advisers to the Kano state Government must advise for the betterment of the city.
He also said that “sites that the flooding affected has impacted greatly on lives and properties not to talk of the economic impact which is going to be brutal.”
“Some families have lost their homes, some have lost their breadwinners, and some people have lost their hard-earned livelihoods overnight. Do you know what happens to an honest man when he loses all hope? These people may turn to criminal acts to ease their hardships, May God never put us in such a situation,” he explained.
When asked whether there could have been less flooding or if it could have been completely prevented, Arc. Khalifa Rabiu answered in the affirmative detailing that If there was a less congested city, with proper drainage systems, natural reservoirs, afforestation, the effect could be minimized.
Arc. Khalifa Rabiu also advised the stakeholders of the affected states to put together a committee of advisors on issues concerning climate change, sustainability, environment, and environmental protection to ensure that certain decisions taken are not at the detriment of the State.
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Arewa APC Merger Group Hails President Tinubu for Release of Detained minors
The Arewa APC Merger Group has thanked President Bola Tinubu for his swift and compassionate response in ordering the release of detained minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests.
In a statement signed by National Coordinator Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa in Abuja, the group expressed gratitude for the President’s decisive action, which has brought renewed hope to many Nigerians.
The group commended President Tinubu for showing strong leadership on the issue, noting that his actions demonstrate a commitment to justice and the well-being of Nigeria’s youth.
They emphasized that this move reassures citizens of the President’s dedication to fairness and the protection of human rights under his administration.
The release order from President Tinubu came after the Arewa APC Merger Group took substantial steps to advocate for the detained children.
In response to reports of mistreatment, including allegations of malnutrition and poor conditions, the group provided essential food and support to the minors both at the Federal High Court in Abuja and while in custody.
This effort underscored the group’s commitment to the welfare of young Nigerians and their resolve to seek justice.
Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa stated that the group is encouraged by the President’s response and considers it a positive signal of his administration’s commitment to addressing national issues with compassion and responsibility.
The Arewa APC Merger Group remains hopeful that this action will set a precedent for prioritizing the rights and well-being of Nigeria’s youth across the country.
President Tinubu’s decision to release the children reflects his administration’s acknowledgment of the calls from various stakeholders to uphold justice and safeguard the future of young Nigerians.
The Arewa APC Merger Group expressed their appreciation for this significant step, which they believe will strengthen public confidence in the government’s dedication to the rights of all citizens.
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Breaking: Court Drops Charges Against Minors
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday struck out the charges brought against a total of 119 #EndBadGovernance protesters.
All 119 protesters were arraigned on Friday, November 1 on charges bordering on Treason felony, inciting to mutiny, among others.
The defendants were arraigned in two batches at the previous proceeding.
The first batch comprised a total of 76 protesters which included 32 minors and the second batch a total of 43 protesters.
The trial judge, Justice Obiora Egwuatu, struck out the suit following an application by the counsel to the Attorney General of the Federation, M. D Abubakar, to take over and discontinue the matter.
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NNPP Crisis: Assembly Members Deny Factional Differences
By Salisu Baso
As the crisis erupted within Kano’s ruling party NNPP, with some members calling for the governor to stand independently, the Kano State House of Assembly has denied knowledge of any of its members being involved in the rifts.
The Majority Leader of the House, Hon. Lawan Hussain, representing Dala Constituency, revealed this to newsmen in an interview with journalists over the publication of an online newspaper, Daily Nigeria, stating that some members of the NNPP in the House have joined the factional crisis.
He described the news as a fabricated and mischievous story from unpatriotic elements planning to destroy the peace reigning within the party. He said that as far as the members of the House are concerned, there are no conflicts between the governor and the leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Senator Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.
The Majority Leader therefore assured the party parliament members of their solid support for the leader of the Kwankwasiyya and state governor, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, adding that the governor considers Senator Kwankwaso his mentor.
On the issue of some party members calling for the governor to be independent (Tsaya da Kafar Ka), Hon. Dala said the governor is operating independently without interference from any person. He therefore accused some opposition politicians from the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, of sponsoring unpatriotic people to ignite a crisis in the state with a view to disrupting the government’s development initiatives.
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