The Safety Awareness and Environmental Support Initiative (SAESI) has called on Kaduna residents in Northwest Nigeria, particularly those in vulnerable areas, to exercise caution in light of recent weather patterns, as flood warnings are issued for certain areas in the country.
The CGS highlighted the alarming rise of the River Kaduna, which has reached precarious levels, creating an imminent flood risk for those living nearby.
“It is imperative for people living along riverbanks, in low-lying, flood-prone, or waterlogged regions, to relocate to safer, higher ground immediately. It is better to be proactive than to face the devastating consequences of flooding,” he advised.
The safety awareness campaign underscored SAESI’s guiding principle: prevention over response. “The protection of lives and property must always take precedence,” Muhammed reminded the public, noting that “relief materials can never replace lost lives.”
He lauded the concerted efforts of stakeholders, volunteers, and humanitarian organisations for their ongoing initiatives to educate communities about the importance of proper waste disposal and the risks associated with polluting drainages and waterways.