Nigeria: Heavy Floods to Hit 198 LGs in 31 States, Govt Warns

Nigeria: Heavy Floods to Hit 198 LGs in 31 States, Govt Warns

Abuja -- AS rains continue to pound parts of the country, the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency, NiHSA, yesterday, warned that heavy flooding will hit 198 local government areas, in 31 states and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, from August 7 to 21, 2025.

Residents Count Losses As Floodwaters Take Over Lagos Communities

Days after the Monday morning downpour that submerged several parts of Lagos, conversations around the incident continue to trigger anxiety among residents, particularly those who were directly affected. For many in the metropolis’ coastal districts, the mere sight of a gathering cloud is now enough to send a chill down the spine. The fear, unfortunately, is not misplaced. With warnings of more rainfall and the floods they bring, the aftermath …

Nigeria Issues Flood Alert In 31 States

Nigeria Issues Flood Alert In 31 States ...198 LGs Under Threat By Balarabe Alkassim, Abuja with agency report The Nigerian government has issued a flood warning that will likely affect 198 local governments in 31 out of the country's 36 states, according to the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency. Sputnik Africa reported that, residents of 198

Lagos Govt Assures Residents Of Adequate Flood Control Measures Amid Flash Flood Concerns

The Lagos State Government has moved to calm fears among residents over the recent incidence of flash floods in parts of the state, assuring that adequate infrastructure is in place to manage and mitigate flooding. The government stated that its agencies are on high alert to respond swiftly to any emergencies as the rainy season [...] Source from InfoStride News

Alert: Heavy Rains to Cause Flooding in FCT, 17 States – FG

The Federal Ministry of Environment has issued a new flood warning, stating that parts of 17 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are at high risk between Friday, August 8, and Saturday, August 9, 2025. According to a statement from Mr. Usman Abdullahi Bokani, Director of the Erosion, Flood and Coastal Zone Management Department, the alert is due to expected heavy rainfall. The states likely to be affected include Enugu, Adamawa, Kwara…

Flooding to Disrupt Transport, Livelihoods in Over 800 Communities - NiHSA - Blackbox Nigeria

Ademuyiwa Balikis The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA) has issued a flood alert warning that over 800 communities in 198 Local Government Areas across 31 states and the FCT face imminent flood risks between August 7 and 21. Major transport routes are also expected to be disrupted. In a National Flood Notification published on August 6, the agency rated the forecasted flood risk as Very High, warning of potential disruptions to over 1…