NANS Seeks Long-Term Solutions To Borno Flooding

The association called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to take immediate action through the National Emergency Management Agency, to mobilise resources and deploy necessary assistance to the affected communities in Maiduguri, with special attention to the students of Mohamet Lawan College of Agriculture.

NANS called for urgent support for the students who have been displaced from both their homes and their institutions to ensure the safety and continuity of their education.

The student group advocated for temporary shelters, food, medical care, and psychosocial support must be provided to help them navigate this difficult period.

“Moreover, we call for long-term solutions to this crisis. We implore the Federal Government to create a comprehensive plan that not only addresses the immediate needs of displaced students but also ensures their safe return to academic activities as soon as possible. Education is the bedrock of national development, and it is crucial that displaced students are not left behind due to circumstances beyond their control. Efforts should be made to create alternative learning environments where students can continue their education, even as the crisis is being managed.

“We also urge the state government and other relevant authorities to collaborate with NEMA and humanitarian organizations to facilitate the delivery of aid and relief materials to all those affected, particularly students. It is essential that all hands are on deck to restore normalcy and ensure that the impact of this crisis on students and the wider community is mitigated,” NANS averred.