challenges to the implementation of disaster risk reduction policies by stakeholder agencies in...
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Challenges to the implementation of Disaster Risk Reduction policies by stakeholder agencies in developing economies – a Study of NEMA in South-East Nigeria
By:Iloka Nnamdi Gregory and Geoff O’Brien
Presented by:Iloka Nnamdi Gregory
An Introduction
Hazards and Disasters (What are they?)
Hazards and Disasters in Nigeria
- Ethnic and Religious Intolerance - Inter-community violence
Hazards and Disasters in Nigeria (Cont’d)
- Oil pollution and explosions - Fires - Erosions - Political clashes - Road accidents
Hazards in South-East Nigeria
Background on South-East Nigeria
Hazards and Disasters in South-East Nigeria
- Gully erosions - Constant flooding - Political thuggery - Communal clashes
Disaster Management Legislation
Affiliation with UNISDR
National Platforms: NDRP NDMF
Concerned Parties
Problems with Disaster Risk Reduction in Nigeria
Lack of understanding and knowledge of roles by concerned parties
Little funding
The issue of state and local level communication
Lack of Equipment
Poor Communication
Unqualified members of staff
No disaster preparedness plan in frameworks
Reforms to Disaster Management Legislation
Disaster Risk Reduction in Nigeria still developing
Progress made by Nigerian government and NEMA
Issues with Disaster Law and implementation in Nigeria
Conclusion
More commitment from government
Ensuring responsibility and compliance
Adapting preparedness plans into working frameworks
Thank you!Contact details:
Iloka Nnamdi Gregory
Post Graduate Researcher
Faculty of Engineering and Environment
Northumbria University
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +447951583150