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During the rainy seasons the Benue and Niger Rivers burst their banks leading to flooding across Nigeria, causing major destruction and claiming many lives. This year’s death toll is close to 200 and about 600 000 others have been displaced. Nelson Odume argues that the high fatalities can be minimised.

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Flooding is an annual reality across Nigeria. George Esirii/EPA

Why Nigeria is not prepared to deal with flooding

Nelson Odume, Rhodes University

Flooding seems to be an inevitable reality for Nigeria. But the risks can be minimised.

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