Elizabeth Kukighir, a resident of Abuwa, has been battling annual floods that have devastated her rice farm and left her struggling to provide for her family of more than ten. “I lost everything,” she said, her voice heavy with despair. “My rice, my cassava, my corn – everything was gone.” The floods, which have become increasingly frequent in recent years, have left Elizabeth and her family with no means of sustenance. “We have no way of catering…

The community of Gidan Madi, is a testament to human resilience against the relentless forces of nature. However, beneath its tranquil façade lies a stark reality – a community teetering on the brink of imbalance. Auwalu Musa, a lifelong resident of Gidan Madi, has witnessed first-hand the community’s battle against the annual floods that have become an unwelcome companion. “The flooding has been a constant threat,” he shares,…

Joseph Warri, a fisherman in the Ushafa community of Abuja, has lived in the village for over three decades. He has witnessed the water crisis that has plagued the community for years. In 1985, a dam was constructed in Ushafa to provide water for the entire city of Abuja. However, the villagers themselves have little to no access to this water. The Water Board may only give water…