The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening collaboration with the Oyo State Government to strengthen disaster management, risk reduction, and humanitarian response efforts across the state.
The Director General of NEMA, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, gave the assurance while receiving the Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Bayo Lawal, who paid a courtesy visit to the Agency’s headquarters in Abuja.
Mrs. Umar described the visit as both timely and strategic, noting that it demonstrates Oyo State’s growing commitment to proactive disaster preparedness and response.
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“Our collective capacity to respond to disasters begins with preparedness at the state and local levels,” she said. “Strengthening synergy with Oyo State is a vital step in ensuring that early warning, risk reduction, and response mechanisms are functional and people-centered.”
She emphasized the need for continuous partnership through capacity building, simulation exercises, and improved information sharing between federal and state emergency institutions.
According to her, effective coordination between NEMA and state agencies remains key to ensuring communities receive timely and efficient interventions during emergencies.
Earlier, Deputy Governor Bayo Lawal said the visit was aimed at deepening institutional collaboration and seeking stronger technical support from NEMA in building the capacity of local emergency agencies.
He highlighted the state’s increasing exposure to flooding and environmental hazards, stressing that closer collaboration with NEMA would enhance grassroots preparedness and community resilience.
Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to joint initiatives that will ensure faster response and minimize disaster impacts across Oyo State.
