The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency has alerted residents of Kogi, Anambra, Delta, Bayelsa, Niger, Benue and Adamawa States over possible flooding following the continued rise in water levels along the Niger and Benue Rivers.
The Director General of NIHSA, Engr. Umar Ibrahim Mohammed issued the warning during a press conference in Abuja, where he urged residents in flood-prone areas to remain vigilant and consider moving to higher grounds in line with official advisories from local authorities.
According to Mohammed, the current hydrological data indicate high water levels along the two major rivers, increasing the likelihood of localized flooding in surrounding communities.
He said: “Our hydrological monitoring shows high water levels along parts of the Niger and Benue Rivers, with the possibility of localized flooding in Kogi, Anambra, Delta, and other downstream communities. We advise residents in flood-prone areas to remain vigilant and to follow official advisories.”
He underscored early warning and timely relocation as the most effective measures to prevent loss of lives and property.
He said NIHSA’s Annual Flood Outlook remains one of its flagship products, providing detailed forecasts of likely flood scenarios across states, while sensitization campaigns are carried out to help state governments and communities prepare ahead.
