Nigeria’s National Economic Council (NEC) has authorized 83.21 billion Naira (approximately $110 million USD) for a task force dedicated to mitigating the impacts of flooding and climate disasters. This approval follows a significant reduction of the originally proposed budget, which was cut by 50%. The funds will be used for proactive measures to address the increasing threat of floods across the country. While the specific allocation details were not immediately available, the NEC stated the task force aims to lessen the damage caused by climate-related events. The budget reduction raises questions about the scope of planned interventions. This decision comes as Nigeria grapples with the recurring challenges of seasonal flooding, which often results in displacement and economic losses. Further details regarding the task force’s operational plan are expected to be released soon.