Political Negligence Worsens Nigeria’s Flood Crisis, Experts Demand Immediate Climate Action. (photo/ gettyimages.
(EPICSTORIAN)- Nigeria’s ongoing flood crisis is a direct result of political negligence and climate inaction, warns Dr. David Michael, a leading environmental expert.
Dr. Michael, speaking with shock at the degree of climate inaction in Nigeria, criticized politicians for ignoring the escalating dangers posed by climate change disasters, prioritizing short-term gains over long-term environmental stability.
Climate inactions can be tackled by climate-conscious leaders.
Dr. Michael said climate-friendly politicians promotes policies and budgets to combat Nigeria’s growing climate and economic challenges.
“Voting for climate change matters because when you vote for climate and environmental friendly politicians they will come out with the right policies,” he said.
“They will come with the right budgetary provisions to ensure that we build climate resilience in Nigeria.
“This will enable us to overcome some of the impacts of climate change and some of the social and economic impacts of climate change we are facing today.
“When you vote a climate denial into office the chances are that he will be silent about climate change. And you can imagine the impacts that we already experienced.”
He further highlighted the recent flooding which ravaged communities in Edo and Ondo states, displacing thousands and destroying vital infrastructure, including the INEC office.
“Climate change is impacting Edo and Ondo states greatly, both states witness floods annually.
“Climate change will impact democracy that clearly shows when the INEC office in Edo State was flooded earlier this year and a lot of election materials were destroyed.
“In Ondo state, the Aiyetoro community is experiencing sea level rise; the community has lost a large chunk of its lands to water. The people of Ondo must and should demand climate action by voting for the right candidate.
“Voters should demand climate action plans when going around for campaign because it is an issue that directly impacts their lives and livelihoods, they have the power to speak with their vote and they should vote right,” advised the environmental expert.
Dr Mohammed Kabiru Dahiru, climate change expert and a Senior Lecturer, Federal University, Lafia, noted that climate inaction largely contribute environmental challenges.
“Climate change is human-induced to a large extent. Since it is a human-induced problem it needs humans to work towards ensuring that the problem is alleviated,” Dahiru said.
The News Summaries:
- Experts blame Nigerian politicians for worsening floods caused by climate inaction.
- Political neglect exacerbates Nigeria’s flood crisis, experts urge immediate climate action.
- Climate inaction leads to severe flooding in Nigeria, experts call for urgent reforms.
