The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) has attributed the recurring flooding in Nigeria to fraud, stating that people have deliberately neglected laws and order to promote practices harmful to the environment. He explained that flooding results from an evil conspiracy and the neglect of the essence of physical planning. He explained that the lack of physical planning or poorly regulated urbanisation is the fundamental environmental fraud in Nigeria. Atebije lamented that some of these developments may have obtained permits through bribery or political connections, leading to violations of environmental laws intended to protect flood-prone areas. He said that addressing the problem requires concerted efforts from governments, communities, and international organisations to ensure strict enforcement of environmental laws.

Source: The Guardian October 22, 2024 16:02 UTC