Staff of the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NHSA) recently showcased insights and expertise gained from an intensive capacity-building program, aiming to boost operational efficiency and advance water resource management nationwide. These presentations, held at NHSA’s headquarters in Abuja, reinforced the Agency's focus on incorporating modern hydrological practices, innovative technologies, and climate resilience strategies into its work.
This training initiative is a part of NHSA's commitment to equipping its workforce with the knowledge necessary to tackle Nigeria’s pressing water challenges. Covering topics such as hydrological forecasting, data management, and climate resilience strategies, the program is designed to bolster NHSA’s capacity to sustainably manage the country’s water resources amidst increasing climate impacts.
Highlights of the presentations included David Tuna, head of NHSA’s GIS Unit, who shared insights from a United Nations World Food Programme workshop. He detailed the application of Google Earth Engine for remote geospatial analysis, highlighting how these tools can support better decision-making in remote areas.
Additionally, Blessing Ehiwario reported on a flood impact assessment in Jigawa State, analyzing river flow and flood damages in seven local government areas. Her findings emphasized the importance of improved flood management and early warning systems to prevent future catastrophes.
Other notable presentations featured Saidu Shuaibu Suleiman's focus on transboundary water systems, Mubarak Tahir's insights into global hydrological trends, and Hadiza Tukur's update on NHSA’s key projects related to disaster management and flood risk communication. Tukur underlined the critical role of these projects in enhancing NHSA’s capacity to manage climate-related threats and effectively communicate risks to vulnerable communities.
The program received positive feedback from NHSA’s management and staff, sparking dialogue on how to integrate these skills to elevate service delivery and contribute to Nigeria's national development goals. NHSA’s Director-General, Umar Ibrahim Mohammed, praised the staff’s dedication to professional growth and affirmed the Agency’s commitment to continuous learning.
Looking forward, NHSA plans to incorporate these new insights into ongoing projects and continue strengthening its workforce to face future challenges in water resource management, climate change adaptation, and disaster risk reduction.
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