The Enugu State Emergency Management Agency has assured residents of its readiness to tackle potential flooding as the rainy season approaches, citing a series of proactive measures already in place across the state.

This assurance comes as the Enugu State Government intensifies efforts to strengthen disaster response systems and minimize the impact of flooding on communities.

Speaking on the state’s preparedness, the Executive Secretary of SEMA, Chinasa Mbah, said the government has taken deliberate steps to build resilience at both the state and community levels.

Central to these efforts is the training of Local Emergency Management Committee members across all 17 local government areas. The capacity-building programme, approved by Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, was conducted earlier in the year under the theme “Building and Strengthening Emergency Resilience in Enugu State.”

Mbah explained that the initiative was designed to equip stakeholders with the skills needed to respond effectively to both natural and human-induced disasters.

Beyond training, the agency has strengthened collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency and the Red Cross to expand community engagement efforts.

She emphasized that local residents often serve as first responders during emergencies, making public awareness a critical component of disaster management.

As part of its sensitisation drive, the agency has rolled out campaigns in flood-prone communities, including radio jingles and grassroots engagement in partnership with local government authorities and traditional rulers.

The state government is also investing in infrastructure to reduce flooding risks. According to SEMA, ongoing road construction projects now incorporate proper drainage systems to improve water flow and limit the impact of heavy rainfall.

In addition, emergency relief materials are being stockpiled to ensure swift response and support for affected residents if flooding occurs.

Authorities say these combined measures reflect a broader commitment to safeguarding lives, property, and livelihoods, especially in vulnerable communities.

With forecasts pointing to increased rainfall in parts of Nigeria, the state’s proactive approach is expected to play a crucial role in mitigating potential disasters.

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Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has announced that his administration will deliver 15,000 mass-housing units for civil servants and middle-income earners before the end of 2026.

Mbah made the pledge on Monday while delivering a lecture at the 4th Enugu Diocesan Synod of the Catholic Church, held at the Holy Ghost Cathedral, Ogui, Enugu.

He said the housing programme is part of a broader plan to expand access to affordable and dignified accommodation across the state.

The governor highlighted ongoing work on the Enugu Smart City Project, which includes smart housing, fibre-optic connectivity, and renewable-energy systems aimed at improving residents’ quality of life.

He also disclosed that rehabilitation has begun at the Aluminium Plant in Ohebe-Dim, Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area. The facility, he said, will be commissioned on October 1, 2026, and upgraded to manufacture aluminium products and profiles.

Mbah further announced that the Enugu State University of Medical and Applied Sciences, Igbo-Eno, has now been upgraded to a full University Teaching Hospital.

Speaking on the role of faith institutions, he said the church “forms character,” while government builds the systems needed to help society flourish. He added that the synod serves as a moment of “listening, reflection, and renewal.”

The 4th Enugu Diocesan Synod, opened on Sunday by Bishop Calistus Onaga, is scheduled to run from November 16–22 and is focused on the theme, “Promoting a Productive Economy in Enugu State.”

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