Recognizing our outstanding track record in data-driven emergency planning, the Borno State Government has formally included DATA Alliance in the newly constituted State Flood Response Committee. The inclusion marks a major endorsement of DATA Alliance’s technical expertise in humanitarian response and disaster preparedness.
This initiative comes as Borno State braces for potential flood risks linked to climate variability and environmental degradation as projected by NiMet— a growing concern in the Lake Chad Basin. The Committee, led by the Borno State Agency for the coordination of sustainable development and Humanitarian Response under the able leadership of Dr. Mairo Mandara composed of key state partners including, state MDAs, humanitarian agencies, and civil society organizations, will coordinate preparedness, response, and recovery strategies for at-risk communities.
DATA Alliance alongside the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) will provide technical support in:
- Risk Mapping and Flood Modeling
- Community Vulnerability Assessments
- Real-Time Data Collection using Digital Tools
- Impact Monitoring and Evaluation
- Policy Advisory for Risk Reduction
“This collaboration reaffirms our commitment to supporting state-led, data-informed disaster response,” said Sulaiman Badamasi. “We aim to strengthen early warning systems, integrate local data, and empower communities to act before disaster strikes.”
The organization will also support capacity-building for local emergency response units and community volunteers, ensuring that data collection and use are embedded at every level of the response chain.
With the slogan “Empowering Decisions, Driving Impact,” DATA Alliance continues to serve as a catalyst for turning complex data into actionable strategies that protect lives and enhance resilience in vulnerable regions.
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