As part of proactive measures to enhance emergency response and save lives during the 2025 flood season, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has deployed Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MICU) ambulances to some of its Operation Offices across the country.
NEMA’s Director General. Zubaida Umar approved the deployment after an assessment revealed critical equipment gaps in some of the field offices.
Statement from its Press Unit explains that the decision aligns with efforts to optimize resource allocation and improve disaster response capabilities at the sub-national level.
The statement describes the deployment as a strategic step towards strengthening the operational capacity of NEMA zonal Directorate and Operation Offices.
It says, “With the increasing risk of climate-induced disasters, particularly flooding, it is imperative that our teams are well-equipped to provide immediate and effective life-saving interventions.”
“The MICU ambulances are equipped with modern emergency medical tools, including oxygen supply systems, patient monitoring devices, suction kits, and other essential life support equipment.
“These features make them suitable for stabilizing patients during transit to medical facilities, thereby significantly improving survival chances in emergency situations.
According to the statement, the ambulances have been dispatched to NEMA’s operational offices in Kaduna, Owerri, and Uyo, based on vulnerability assessments and logistical considerations.
“This initiative reflects NEMA’s broader commitment to building a robust disaster preparedness and response framework nationwide,” it says.
Current climatic forecasts indicating a high probability of severe flooding in several states.
The agency has intensified its efforts to upgrade infrastructure, enhance inter-agency coordination, and engage communities in risk awareness programs.
The statement adds that NEMA has continued to conduct flood simulation exercises, community sensitization campaigns, and stakeholder coordination meetings as part of its comprehensive disaster risk reduction strategy.
