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The collapse of the Alau Dam in Maiduguri, Borno State, is a tragic reminder of the growing risks posed by extreme weather events and fragile infrastructure. Recent flooding has displaced thousands of residents, damaged homes, and disrupted essential services, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. This disaster highlights the pressing need for climate-resilient infrastructure and comprehensive disaster management strategies in Nigeria. The Unfortunate Events Leading to the Collapse Maiduguri is no stranger to heavy rains and floods, but the severity of this particular event was unprecedented. A combination of prolonged rainfall and insufficient dam maintenance contributed to the breach. The Alau Dam, which had long served as a crucial water source for both irrigation and drinking water, was already under strain from the increasing volume of water. Experts had raised concerns about its structural integrity, but little was done to address the looming crisis. On the day of the disas...

  Flooding is a growing threat to the stability of infrastructure in northern Nigeria, and this was tragically demonstrated by the recent incident at a custodial center in Borno State. Over 280 inmates are now missing following the severe flooding that compromised the prison’s structural integrity. The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) has confirmed that the heavy rains, a byproduct of extreme climate events, led to this unfortunate outcome. As a result, authorities have launched a manhunt to recapture the inmates, underscoring the grave consequences of both natural and man-made disasters. The Incident: Floods and Inmates Escape On a fateful day, torrents of rainwater overwhelmed the defenses of a custodial center in Borno State, causing chaos and a breach in security. The prison’s flood management system, like much of Nigeria’s infrastructure, was not designed to withstand such extreme weather conditions. As floodwaters surged, walls were damaged, leading to the escape of 281 in...