By Abdullahi Lukman
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA) has issued a flood alert for 107 local government areas in 29 states and the Federal Capital Territory, warning of possible flooding between September 1 and 15.
The advisory, released on Monday in Abuja, is based on the 2025 Annual Flood Outlook and supported by real-time hydrometric data, river stage forecasts, and satellite imagery.
NiHSA’s Director-General, Mr. Umar Mohammed, noted that over 631 communities and more than 50 critical transport and infrastructure points are at risk.
Affected areas face moderate to very high flood risk, including river overflows, flash floods, and waterlogging in low-lying regions.
States under watch include Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, Nasarawa, Niger, Ogun, Ondo, Plateau, Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba, Yobe, and Zamfara.
Potential impacts include damage to highways, bridges, farmland, and public infrastructure, alongside risks of water contamination and disease outbreaks.
NiHSA urged federal and state emergency agencies to activate flood response plans, deploy rescue teams, and pre-position relief materials.
Local authorities and community leaders are encouraged to identify evacuation routes, prepare shelters, and increase public awareness campaigns.
Residents were advised to avoid flooded roads, relocate to higher ground when necessary, and adhere to official safety guidelines.
NiHSA assured continuous monitoring of the situation and pledged to provide regular updates through its official channels.
