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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
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An Introduction
Hazards and Disasters (What are they?)
Hazards and Disasters in Nigeria
- Ethnic and Religious Intolerance - Inter-community violence
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Hazards and Disasters in Nigeria (Cont’d)
- Oil pollution and explosions - Fires - Erosions - Political clashes - Road accidents
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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
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Disaster Management Legislation
Affiliation with UNISDR
National Platforms: NDRP NDMF
Concerned Parties
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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
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Lack of Equipment
Poor Communication
Unqualified members of staff
No disaster preparedness plan in frameworks
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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
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Conclusion
More commitment from government
Ensuring responsibility and compliance
Adapting preparedness plans into working frameworks
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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