FG has issued fresh flood warning for Lagos, and Adamawa among 12 other states.
NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Federal Government on Tuesday issued a renewed flood alert for Lagos, Adamawa, and 12 additional states, cautioning residents of possible heavy rainfall and flooding between September 16 and 18.
The warning, released by the National Flood Early Warning Centre of the Federal Ministry of Environment, highlights 52 communities across 14 states that could be affected. The flood prediction, obtained by The PUNCH, was signed by Usman Abdullahi Bokani, Director of the Erosion, Flood, and Coastal Zone Management Department.
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States and Communities at Risk
The states and key communities listed in the alert include:
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Akwa Ibom: Upenekang, Eket, Edor, Oron, Ikot Abasi, Ikot-Ekpene, Etinan, Uyo, Obianga
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Anambra: Ogbakuba, Nnewi
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Adamawa: Yola, Wuro Bokki, Farkumo, Jimeta
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Cross River: Akpap, Calabar
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Bayelsa: Amasoma, Ikpidiama, Kalama, Yenagoa, Peremabiri, Sagbama, Oporoma, Odoni, Otuoke, Kolokuma/Opokuma, Ogbia, Oliobiri
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Delta: Patani, Asaba, Abari, Escravos, Umuochi Utchi
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Kaduna: Kachia, Kauru
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Kebbi: Birnin Kebbi, Kalgo
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Katsina: Bakori
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Rivers: Ahoada, Bonny, Itu, Bori
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Imo: Egbema, Oguta
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Sokoto: Argungu, Gagawu, Silame
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Ondo: Igbokoda, Ore, Okitipupa
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Lagos: Epe
This alert follows a similar warning issued three days ago for Adamawa and 10 other states, urging residents along River Gongola, River Benue, and River Niger floodplains to evacuate immediately.
Adamawa Already Affected
Adamawa State has begun experiencing the impact, with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) confirming heavy rainfall in Yola and surrounding communities on Tuesday. Rainfall, which started around 4 a.m. and lasted until noon, triggered flash flooding in 13 communities across Yola North and South Local Government Areas.
NEMA’s Yola Operations Office coordinated search, rescue, and evacuation operations, working alongside the Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency, Federal and State Fire Services, and volunteer rescue units. Vulnerable households, including women, children, the elderly, and persons with disabilities, were moved to temporary shelters and safe locations.
“Rapid on-the-spot assessments were conducted to determine the extent of flooding, property damage, and urgent humanitarian needs,” NEMA stated on X (formerly Twitter). “Our operations were carried out in collaboration with local authorities, security agencies, and humanitarian partners to ensure timely assistance.”
Lagos Also on Alert
Lagos State, which experienced heavy flooding last week, remains on the flood watchlist. Commuters were previously stranded along Ikorodu Road and the Anthony–Odo-Iyalaro Bridge stretch due to waterlogged roads and gridlock following last Monday’s downpour.
Residents in flood-prone areas across the affected states are advised to remain vigilant, follow safety instructions, and relocate to higher ground where necessary.
