The Nigerian Geological Survey Agency (NGSA) says Nigeria is not prone to earthquakes after an earth tremor is reported in Abuja. NGSA’s Director-General, Prof. Olusegun Ige, addresses public concern in a press briefing, stating that fears of widespread seismic activity are not supported by the agency’s assessment.
Both outlets report that NGSA urges residents and relevant authorities to focus on safety measures, including adherence to building codes, particularly for heavy infrastructure. The agency also indicates that the tremor has subsided, reinforcing its view that the event does not point to a pattern of frequent or earthquake-prone conditions. While the reporting is largely aligned on the reassurance and the call for compliance with standards, neither outlet provides detailed technical findings such as official magnitude estimates or fault analyses in the excerpts provided.
Overall, the coverage focuses on the government agency’s efforts to calm anxiety in Abuja and highlight construction and regulatory compliance rather than to characterize the tremor as part of a broader seismic risk.
