Download Here: For years, the Nigerian government has faced criticism for its reactive stance on flood disasters, often waiting until the damage is done before taking action. Year after year, despite recurring warnings, floods catch many states off guard. Preparedness measures, from evacuation plans to relief efforts, remain inadequate, leaving communities vulnerable and devastated. Now, with early warnings about the potential release of water f…

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Nigeria braces for potential flooding as Cameroon releases water from dam

ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Nigeria's government warned of possible flooding in 11 states following the release of water from a dam in neighboring Cameroon. The Nigerian hydrological agency said on Wednesday that water would be released from the Lagdo dam gradually and could cause flooding, but that there was no cause for alarm.  Severe floods have ravaged northeastern Nigeria, impacting more than 400,000 people, according to the United Nations.  Floo…

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The Cameroonian government has reportedly informed the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) that controlled water releases from the Lagdo dam have begun. Following recent heavy rainfall in West and Central Africa, neighboring Cameroon announced it was beginning to release water from one of its largest dams. This prompted Nigeria’s hydrological services agency to issue a warning about impending flooding in 11 states. The warning is issued…

The 11 states of Nigeria are at risk of flooding due to Cameroon’s dam releases.

LAGOS, Sept. 18, 2024 (Reuters) – Nigeria’s Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has issued a warning of possible flooding in 11 states after Cameroon announced the release of water from its Lagdo Dam, following heavy rainfall across West and Central Africa. The warning comes as Nigeria is already dealing with severe flooding in Borno State, where […] The post Nigeria Warns of Potential Flooding in 11 States as Cameroon Begins Controlled Water R…

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Nigeria Warns of Potential Flooding in 11 States as Cameroon Begins Controlled Water Release

The Federal Government has issued an urgent warning regarding impending flood risks in the southern region of Nigeria, following alarming overflow from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon. According to the M…

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FG Warns Of Flood Risks In Southern Region Due To Dam Overflow

Nigeria says threat of new flooding due to Cameroon’s release of water from damNew flooding threatens 11 states in Nigeria following neighbouring Cameroon's decision to release water from one of its largest dams, Lagdo, Reuters writes...

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