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Oyo, Ogun, Kwara Roll Out Proactive Flood Prevention Measures Ahead of Heavy Rains

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Oyo, Ogun, and Kwara states have unveiled proactive measures to mitigate flooding risks, including sensitisation campaigns, drainage works, and emergency preparedness ahead of NiMet’s forecasted heavy rains

Governments in Oyo, Ogun, and Kwara states have initiated a range of proactive measures to reduce the impact of potential flooding, following the Nigerian Meteorological Agency’s (NiMet) warning of heavy rainfall in July and August 2025.

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Officials from the three states confirmed on Monday that public sensitisation, infrastructural interventions, and coordinated emergency responses are already in motion to safeguard lives and property in flood-prone areas.

In Oyo State, the Operations Officer of the State Emergency Management Agency (OYSEMA), Mr Daniel Ajayi, said warehouses had been stocked with relief materials such as food, building supplies, and household items.

Medical teams and Red Cross volunteers have been placed on standby, while sensitisation campaigns are running on radio, TV, and in marketplaces.

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Ajayi noted that river channels in high-risk areas have been cleared, and residents warned against dumping waste in drains. Similarly, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) South-West office has been engaging local councils and community leaders in Ibadan to improve flood preparedness.

In Ogun State, Commissioner for Environment Mr Ola Oresanya said the government began flood readiness campaigns as early as March.

He revealed that the state has de-silted over 988km of waterways, constructed nearly 700 metres of drainage, and dredged the Opa Aro River, reducing flood duration in areas like Isheri from six weeks to three weeks.

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Kwara State’s Director of Public Orientation, Mr Agboola Olanrewaju, said public sensitisation and relocation of residents in vulnerable areas are ongoing.

The state is dredging the Asa River and clearing drainages to improve water flow. Residents have also been advised to unplug electrical appliances during storms to prevent surges.

Also read: Nigeria Flood Alert: 198 LGAs at High Risk, NIHSA Warns

NEMA officials have urged all three states to maintain vigilance, stockpile relief materials, and ensure waterways remain unobstructed as the peak of the rainy season approaches.

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US Judge Halts Tree-Cutting at Trump’s Washington Golf Course Project

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A US judge halts tree-cutting at Trump’s golf course project in Washington after more than 500 trees were felled, pending a court case

A US federal judge has halted further tree-cutting at East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, DC, after more than 500 trees were felled as part of President Donald Trump’s proposed renovation of the public golf course.

Also read: Sanwo-Olu Wins National Peace and Humanitarian Award

District Judge Ana Reyes issued the order on Monday, barring the defendants from removing or damaging additional trees while litigation over the project continues.

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The judge also ordered the government to provide 10 business days’ written notice before making any irreversible changes to features of East Potomac Park, pending the outcome of the case.

“The Government felled hundreds of trees from the East Potomac Golf Course without real notice even though it knew of the scheduled removal at least a week prior,” Reyes wrote in her 70-page order.

She added that the trees were healthy and posed no known hazards.

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Trump, an avid golfer who owns courses around the world, has proposed transforming East Potomac Golf Links, a public course known for its affordable rates, into a facility capable of hosting major championship-level events.

The renovation has faced opposition from environmental campaigners and local golfers.

An environmental group filed a lawsuit challenging the work, while golfers have argued that the century-old course provides an important affordable recreational space in the US capital.

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Despite the legal challenge, demolition work had proceeded before the judge’s ruling.

Trump said earlier this month that construction on the 18-hole course was scheduled to begin in November. On Monday, he maintained that the course would close for renovation as planned on November 15 and vowed to appeal the decision.

“The judge has absolutely no right to hold up this very important and beautiful Project,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.

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In her ruling, Reyes referred to the children’s book ‘The Lorax’ by Dr Seuss while explaining the court’s role in the dispute.

“The court does not speak for the trees,” she wrote, before adding that it “speaks only for the rule of law.”

Also read: Sanwo-Olu Wins National Peace and Humanitarian Award

The injunction means further tree removal and irreversible modifications covered by the order must wait while the legal challenge proceeds.

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