The Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has urged the state ministries of Works and Environment to step up efforts to combat the impending floods, as earlier predicted by the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet).

This is stated in a statement issued by the Director General of Press and Media Affairs to Governor Mahmoud Mohammed and in Damaturu.

Radio Nigeria reported that Governor Mai Mala Buni said the measures taken earlier must be intensified, as the spate of rainfall in the state will soon be intensive.

He also urged the affected ministries and agencies to work with the office of the Secretary to the State Government to implement flood-reduction measures.

“The measures must be vibrant and consistent to effectively reduce the floods and safeguard our communities.

“Government is committed to provide the necessary resources and working tools to curb the menace.

“Government would engage communities that are vulnerable to the floods to collectively fight the anticipated flood” Governor Buni said.

He however called on the people to cooperate with government and professional advise issued to them to ensure their safety.

“Our people in the urban areas should also support government by clearing the drains infront of their houses.

“You should avoid erecting structures to block the waterways to cause stagnation and flood into your houses and others” the Governor advised.

Governor Buni also urged the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) to be ready to deal with any eventualities that may arise.