The Federal Government has issued a new flood alert, warning of heavy rainfall and possible flooding in 15 states and 69 communities between September 24 and 28, 2025.
The warning was issued by the National Flood Early Warning Centre under the Ministry of Environment.
According to the advisory, the states at risk include Adamawa, Anambra, Bayelsa, Borno, Delta, Edo, Imo, Kano, Katsina, Ondo, Oyo, Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba, and Zamfara.
Communities identified as particularly vulnerable include Yola, Yenagoa, Warri, Benin City, Oguta, Kano, Jibia, Akure, Oyo, Ahoada, Shagari, Serti, and Gusau.
The ministry urged residents and stakeholders to adopt preventive measures in order to safeguard lives and property.
It further explained that the advisory is part of its ongoing early-warning strategy aimed at minimizing the risks associated with the peak of the rainy season.
Local governments, emergency response agencies, and residents have been advised to remain alert and take necessary precautions.
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