Lagos, Kwara, Jigawa, 30 other states will experience flooding this year: Minister

The minister said 35 states would face moderate flood risk, while Ekiti State remained the only state not affected.

FG, World Bank inaugurate $500 million irrigation, power project

FG urges World Bank to support dam upgrade, irrigation expansion project

The minister said that additional assistance was required to meet the growing demands of the agricultural and energy sectors.

33 states risk heavy flooding this year: NIHSA

Mr Utsev noted that floods were among the most devastating natural disasters affecting lives.

FG seeks increased World Bank funding to tackle water, sanitation challenges

Mr Utsev reiterated the Federal Government’s dedication to engaging Nigerian youths in productive endeavours

FG, Borno partner on irrigation projects to boost agriculture

The minister sought collaboration in the Open Defecation Free Nigeria Campaign to improve sanitation nationwide.

Nigeria, Angola partner to enhance water supply, electricity generation

Mr Idris had said the Federal Government would deepen the existing bilateral relations between Angola and Nigeria.

FG inaugurates dry season farming in Benue, targets 500,000 hectares of irrigable land in 2024

The minister assured farmers that the Federal Government was ready to support them.

41% of public water supply contaminated with faeces: Minister

Mr Utsev said the roadmap was an opportunity to change the poor narrative of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) indices in the country.

FG seeks collective action from stakeholders to promote handwashing culture

Mr Utsev noted that investment in hygiene infrastructure and products must be accelerated in schools, homes, healthcare facilities, and public places.