Relocate now – NSCDC issues flood alert to high-risk area residents in Abia
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has told people living in flood-prone areas of Abia State to leave those locations and move to safer places for their own safety. This advice was shared through an official statement released by the Abia State NSCDC Commandant, Akinsola Aderemi. The statement was made at the NSCDC […]
Flood: FG urges communities to be on alert
The Federal Government of Nigeria is getting ready to release the 2025 Annual Flood Outlook (AFO) this Thursday. This report will show the areas that are most likely to experience flooding as the rainy season starts. The announcement came from Umar Ibrahim Mohammed, the Director General of the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), in Abuja. […]
Panic in 11 States as Water Released from Lagdo Dam Raises Flood Concerns
Residents across 11 Nigerian states are facing heightened anxiety as water is being released from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon. This release comes after heavy rains and the recent collapse of the Alau Dam in Maiduguri, which caused significant damage. Now, coastal states along the Benue River are preparing for potential floods. What Led to […]
FG Urges Nigerians in Flood-Prone Areas to Relocate as Lagdo Dam is Released
The Nigerian Government, through the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), has issued a strong warning to citizens living in flood-prone areas. This comes after the release of water from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon, which is expected to cause flooding in certain parts of the country. As the rainy season continues, people living near rivers […]
Nigeria Issues Alert: States on High Alert for Possible Flooding from Cameroon Dam Release
The Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has issued a significant alert for states along the Benue River regarding a potential flooding risk. This warning comes as the management of the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon plans to release large volumes of water over the next week. The release is expected to start at a flow rate […]