August 3, 2025

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Flooding, Transport Disruptions in North Blamed for Soaring Beef Prices — Lagos Butchers

Butchers in Lagos have attributed the recent hike in the price of beef to severe flooding in parts of northern Nigeria and the accompanying disruptions in transportation routes. Speaking with newsmen on Tuesday, several meat traders across major Lagos abattoirs lamented that the cost of sourcing cattle has increased significantly, forcing them to raise beef

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Lagos Blames Flash Floods on High Tides Blocking Drainage

Lagos, July 9, 2025  The Lagos State Government has attributed recent flash flooding in parts of the city to a natural phenomenon known as tidal lock-up, caused by elevated tide levels in the Atlantic Ocean and Lagos Lagoon, which temporarily block stormwater from draining into the sea. Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, explained that

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Government Reaffirms Commitment to Tackling Flooding in Nigeria, Calls for Enhanced Collaboration

The Nigerian government has once again affirmed its unwavering commitment to combatting the persistent issue of flooding across the country, which has caused significant loss of life, property, and infrastructure in recent years. In a statement made by the Ministry of Environment, the government stressed the importance of collaborative efforts and synergy among relevant Ministries,

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