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Director General NEMA Mustapha Habib Ahmed Commends USAID for Capacity Building Workshop Organized for NEMA and SEMAs

Director General NEMA, Mustapha Habib Ahmed, has expressed his appreciation to the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) for organizing a Capacity Building Program in partnership with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA).

This commendation came during the official launch of the workshop held at Frazer Suites in Abuja. The primary goal of this initiative is to impart essential knowledge about Basic/Intermediate Incident Command System (ICS) and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) procedures, aiming to establish a standardized disaster management coordination system.

Given the increasing frequency and severity of disasters worldwide, effective coordination during emergencies is of paramount importance. This program aims to equip NEMA and SEMA personnel with the necessary skills to streamline disaster response efforts. Participants have the opportunity to gain insights into incident command structures, resource allocation, and decision-making processes within ICS.

Furthermore, during his opening speech, Director General NEMA underscored the significance of training and the pivotal role of EOCs in coordinating multi-agency responses.

Participants will receive training on how to design, set up, and efficiently operate EOCs, ensuring well-organized and timely disaster management.

While giving his remarks, the head of USAID Technical team Mr Brehan Doud commended NEMA for partnering with USAID in organizing such programs to enhance capacity of disaster managers across Nigeria

This capacity-building program, by promoting a shared understanding of ICS and EOC principles, represents a significant stride toward enhancing Nigeria’s disaster response capabilities. It not only strengthens the abilities of local agencies to handle emergencies but also encourages cooperation and interoperability among diverse stakeholders.

Ultimately, this initiative reflects USAID’s and NEMAs unwavering commitment to advancing global and local resilience and disaster preparedness in Nigeria

Abdulkadir Kezo Ibrahim IkonAllah

Assistant chief Information Officer New Media

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