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6 things to do if your house is flooded
The rainy season has set in properly, bringing with it signific flooding that has affected various parts of the country. The relentless downpours have led to widespread disruption, rendering many businesses and homes vulnerable.
Experiencing a flood in your home can be overwhelming and devastating. However, taking immediate and strategic actions can help minimize damage and ensure the safety of your family.
Here are six essential steps to take if your house is flooded
The rainy season has set in properly, bringing with it signific flooding that has affected various parts of the country. The relentless downpours have led to widespread disruption, rendering many businesses and homes vulnerable.
Experiencing a flood in your home can be overwhelming and devastating. However, taking immediate and strategic actions can help minimize damage and ensure the safety of your family.
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Here are six essential steps to take if your house is flooded, guiding you through this challenging time with practical advice and solutions:
- Turn off the electricity
Turn off all electrical systems in your home—but don’t walk through water to get to the fuse box. If you can’t reach the fuse box without stepping through water, call an electrician. - Evacuate the premises
Evacuate the premises and find a dry, safe spot outside of your home. It may be as close as the backyard or as far as the home of a neighbor or friend. Make sure that everyone—kids, pets, friends who may have been at the house—is accounted for and unhurt.
You could also locate a temporary shelter, either by asking authorities or listening to the local news. Get everyone relocated to the shelter as soon as possible.
- Call for help
Once your family members—both two-legged and four-legged—are on dry ground, call for help. If anyone needs medical attention, call the health emergency line. No matter what’s going on with the flooded house, the damage has already been done, and your focus simply must be on you and your loved ones’ well-being. After you’ve verified that everyone is safe and well, you can make calls to the proper parties to get the recovery process underway
- Document everything
When thinking about what to do if your house floods, the first thing that probably comes to mind is cleaning up the mess. But before you do, document everything so you can show your insurer the extent of the damage – that is, if your house is insured. Use your cellphone camera to film or photograph all aspects of the issue.
The water that’s flooding your home may include sewage or other hazardous material, so you need to take extreme precautions to not touch it. Before going into the home, suit up with appropriate protective gear, such as waders and waterproof boots.
- Start the cleanup process
Cleaning up after a flood is a long, arduous process. You’ll need to remove the water, salvage any personal items you can, dry the space out, and disinfect any areas or objects the water touched. And, as in the previous step, you’ll need to undertake these tasks while wearing proper safety gear to avoid contact with bacteria. - Prevent mold damage
Aside from the immediate loss of personal property to water damage, there is secondary damage to consider. Mold is a huge problem after a flood—and not just the type of mold that you might find in a damp basement. Toxic mold or black mold can have long-term effects on your health.
To avoid mold issues, you’ll need to do two things: keep areas that flooded as dry as possible and treat potential problem areas with a strong cleaner, like a bleach solution.You could also read on some helpful instructions on dealing with mold and mildew after your home floods.
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Student loan scheme is part of anti-corruption efforts, says Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria’s new student loan regime could be considered an anti-corruption mechanism.
Tinubu was speaking about his government’s anti-corruption efforts during a presidential media chat that aired on Monday night.
He was asked if he considers anti-corruption an integral element among his governance priorities.
Tinubu said any policy intervention that aims to address the driver of corrupt practices could be considered anti-corruption.
“Corruption, in all its ramifications, is bad. But first, you must pay enough attention to its causes,” the president said.
“Why are the people corrupt? Lack of social amenities, lack of funding for their children’s education. There are so many anti-corruption mechanisms that you can put in place to help the people not be corrupt. Pay them good living wages.
“I have moved from 35,000 to 70,000. To me, that’s anti-corruption. I have given more money to the state and local government levels. I have been transparent with my earnings. Every month, there is a publication on how much this country is making.
“The ability to stem corruption is part of the instrument of the EFCC. That is why they are discovering all sorts of inefficiencies in the system, blocking all the loopholes where anybody can just game the system. That is part of anti-corruption.”
Tinubu said enabling equitable access to tertiary education through a loan scheme is just as important in the anti-corruption struggle.
“The removal of subsidies is also anti-corruption. It is very difficult to say you would eliminate it. You can only reduce it to the barest minimum. Help the people grow. Help them with the education of their children. Our student loan is part of anti-corruption,” he said.
“No parent should lament how to encourage their children in university education. Today, it’s working for a larger part of the population. The society is moving from illiteracy to literacy.
“I enjoy debate on what type of courses are being offered in the university these days to improve science, knowledge, and technology. We continue to work on it. We’re not taking our eyes off these serious matters.”
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APPLY: FIRS begins recruitment of senior managers, directors
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has begun its recruitment exercise for experienced professionals to fill specialised positions in the organisation.
Announcing various vacant roles on Monday, the FIRS said the recruitment exercise is part of its consolidation strategies.
The advertised positions include assistant manager and deputy manager roles in tax (investigation), PRS (research), public relations, and ICT (cybersecurity and AI management).
Other available roles are assistant manager and deputy manager in PRS (risk management), assistant manager and deputy manager in legal, and senior manager and assistant director roles in tax (audit).
“Applicants must have qualifications and relevant professional certificates as specified in the positions they are applying for and must also fulfill the following requirements,” the agency said.
“Applicant must possess Bachelor’s degree/HND with at least second class lower/lower credit.
“Applicant must have completed NYSC not later than 31st December 2017.
“Applicant for the position of assistant manager and deputy manager must not be more than 40 years of age while senior manager and assistant director must not be more than 45 as at 31st December 2024.”
The revenue agency said candidates must possess strong leadership and management skills, team spirit and ability to effectively delegate, interpersonal and communication skills, and strong Analytical skills.
“Knowledge of the Nigerian tax laws and appreciation of their application and understanding of the regulatory framework within which the FIRS operates,” the FIRS said.
“Knowledge of business/industry environment within which taxpayers operate.
“Ability to work as a regulator with the courage to ensure full compliance with laws.
“Interested candidates should apply via official FIRS career portal: careers.firs.gov.ng and or FIRS verified social media handles.”
The FIRS said the application portal will open on December 23, 2024, noting that the deadline for submissions is January 11, 2025.
The service advised applicants to carefully review the eligibility criteria before applying to ensure they meet all requirements and understand the qualifications needed for successful selection.
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UBA GMD calls for public-private partnership to accelerate economic growth
Oliver Alawuba, group managing director (GMD) and chief executive officer (CEO) of United Bank for Africa (UBA), has called for public-private partnership (PPP) to accelerate economic growth.
Alawuba spoke on December 20 during the launch of the newly renovated departure section of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, refurbished by UBA.
According to a statement on Sunday by the bank, the project, which signifies a transformative moment in Nigeria’s aviation sector, shows UBA’s commitment to national development, highlighting the immense value of strategic PPPs.
The ceremony was attended by stakeholders, including Festus Keyamo, minister of aviation and aerospace development, and Olubunmi Kuku, managing director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN).
Alawuba commended the collaboration that led to the execution of the project, emphasising the need for public and private institutions to come together to build and revamp the nation’s assets.
“This renovation is a testament of UBA’s belief in the transformative power of investing in national assets. By modernising our airports, we not only enhance infrastructure but also position Nigeria as a global hub for tourism, trade, and investment,” he said.
“Public-private partnerships like this demonstrate what can be achieved when we unite for a shared vision of progress and investing in infrastructure catalyses economic growth, improves travel experiences, and creates opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
“The commissioning of the renovated departure section serves as a reminder of what strategic partnerships can achieve in driving national development and elevating Nigeria’s global standing.”
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