Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1909, Herbert Zim, American naturalist, author, and educator (died 1994) was born. In 1928, Alastair Burnet, English journalist (died 2012) was born. In 1959, David Brown, Australian meteorologist was born. In 1961, Indian city Pune floods due to failure of the Khadakwasla and Panshet dams, killing at least two thousand people. In 2012, Syrian Civil War: Government forces target the homes of rebels and activists in Tremseh and kill anywhere between 68 and 150 people. In 2012, A tank truck explosion kills more than 100 people in Okobie, Nigeria. In 2012, Alimuddin, Pakistani cricketer (born 1930) passed away. In 2014, Jamil Ahmad, Pakistani author (born 1931) passed away. In 2014, Alfred de Grazia, American political scientist and author (born 1919) passed away. In 2015, Chenjerai Hove, Zimbabwean journalist, author, and poet (born 1956) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Accra floods: Avoid politics and help those in need – Alhaji Amin appeals for corporate support
In a major humanitarian gesture following the devastating floods that swept through parts of Accra on June 29, the Founder of Abuya Group and Abuya Foundation, Alhaji Amin Iddrisu, has donated thousands of relief items to victims at Tse Addo to support families struggling to recover from the disaster.
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Ghanaian Times
· Jun 24, 2026
NADMO tackles flooding in Volta Region
The Volta Regional Office of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) says it is managing flooding situations in five municipalities and districts in the region. The affected communities include Dekpor in the Ketu North Municipality, Gakli and Duta in the Ketu South Municipality, Aborlorve-Norlifui and parts of Anyarko in the Keta Municipality. Others are communities The post NADMO tackles flooding in Volta Region appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
Vanguard News
· Jun 30, 2026
Photos: Floods submerge parts of Isashi, Iba, Ojo, Okokomaiko
— Residents Appeal for Urgent Government Intervention By Clifford Ndujihe LAGOS — Several communities in Isashi, Iba Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Okokomaiko and Ojo were submerged following three days of torrential rainfall, forcing many residents to abandon their homes. Some affected residents have relocated temporarily to stay with relatives and friends as floodwaters inundated [] The post Photos: Floods submerge parts of Isashi, Iba, Ojo, Okokomaiko appeared first on Vanguard News.
MyJoyOnline
· Jul 7, 2026
Let Love Lead NGO supports flood victims, calls for preventive action against future flood disasters
The Let Love Lead NGO has extended humanitarian support to victims of the recent floods in Accra while renewing calls for stronger preventive measures to reduce the recurring impact of flooding in the capital. On Saturday, July 5, 2026, a team from the non-governmental organisation embarked on a post-flood assessment mission to evaluate the extent of destruction caused by the heavy rains that affected several communities across Accra.
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jul 9, 2026
Abia Govt pledges intervention as gully erosion devastates communities
Abia State Government has said that it is working diligently to intervene in the plight of erosion-ravaged communities across the state. Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Philemon Asonye Ogbonna, gave the assurance to the indigenes of Amaewu Amamba Uzuakoli and Atta Emede Ibeku in Bende and Umuahia North LGAs, when he visited erosion-devastated communities in the areas. [] Abia Govt pledges intervention as gully erosion devastates communities
Legit.ng
· Jun 30, 2026
Breaking: Flooding kills 13 people in Ghana as details emerge
Severe flooding in Accra has claimed 13 lives, prompting emergency rescues. Experts link crisis to climate change, poor drainage, and rapid urbanisation in Ghana.
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Related coverage for "Accra floods: Avoid politics and help those in need – Alhaji Amin appeals for corporate support": Ghanaian Times — NADMO tackles flooding in Volta Region. Vanguard News — Photos: Floods submerge parts of Isashi, Iba, Ojo, Okokomaiko. MyJoyOnline — Let Love Lead NGO supports flood victims, calls for preventive action against future flood disasters. Daily Post Nigeria — Abia Govt pledges intervention as gully erosion devastates communities. Legit.ng — Breaking: Flooding kills 13 people in Ghana as details emerge