The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA) has warned of possible flooding in Kogi, Anambra, Delta, Benue, Adamawa, Niger, and Bayelsa States, following rising water levels along parts of the River Niger and River Benue.

At a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, NiHSA Director-General, Umar Muhammed, said current hydrological monitoring indicates a high risk of localised flooding in several riverine areas. He urged residents in flood-prone communities to remain alert and follow official advisories.

Muhammed also revealed that recent water quality checks showed contamination in some shallow wells due to floodwater intrusion, stressing the need for collaboration among government agencies, humanitarian partners, and local authorities to ensure access to safe drinking water.

He announced that NiHSA is implementing a Five-Year Strategic Action Plan focused on innovation, regional empowerment, and stakeholder engagement, all in line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

“We are expanding real-time data collection and upgrading our early warning systems with satellite imagery and digital modelling to better predict and communicate flood risks,” Muhammed said.

According to Technical Adviser Stephen Jabo, while the rainy season is expected to end in most parts of Nigeria by November, high river levels could still trigger severe flooding in the coming weeks. He urged state governments to intensify community sensitisation, clear drainage channels, and prepare evacuation centres for at-risk residents.

NiHSA reaffirmed its commitment to a data-driven approach to safeguard lives, protect infrastructure, and strengthen national resilience against the impacts of climate change.

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The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA) has warned of high water levels along the River Niger and River Benue, raising the risk of flooding in Kogi, Anambra, Delta, Benue, Adamawa, Niger, and Bayelsa states.

Director General Umar Muhammed said hydrological data shows the likelihood of localized flooding, urging residents in vulnerable areas to stay alert and follow safety advisories.

He revealed that recent tests found contamination in some shallow wells caused by floodwater intrusion and called for stronger coordination to provide clean water to affected communities.

NiHSA, he noted, is implementing a Five-Year Strategic Action Plan to enhance data collection, forecasting, and early warnings in line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

Muhammed said the agency has expanded real-time data systems and adopted satellite-backed modelling to improve flood prediction accuracy.

Technical Adviser Stephen Jabo added that despite the nearing end of the rainy season, water levels remain high, and severe flooding may still occur in the coming weeks.

He urged residents in flood-prone areas to relocate to higher ground, avoid floodwaters, and keep drainage channels clear.

“Preparedness and early action remain the best ways to reduce flood impact,” Jabo said.

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The alert follows predictions from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), which forecast a five-day rainfall that could trigger severe flooding in the state.

SEMA’s Executive Secretary, Sir James Iorpuu, announced in a statement released on Friday in Makurdi, urging residents in high-risk areas to take precautionary measures. The affected areas include Udoma, Ugbokpo, Ugbokolo, Ukpiam, Otobi, Otukpo, Mbapa Makurdi, Gbajimba, Gogo, and Abinsi.

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Iorpuu emphasized the importance of adhering to the warning, assuring the public that SEMA, with support from Governor Hyacinth Alia, will ensure that disaster-affected citizens are provided for.

Designated Relocation Camps Announced

The SEMA chief also listed designated camps where at-risk residents can seek shelter:

• Makurdi: Kanshio, Logo 1 & 2, Achussa, Judges Quarters, and areas around BSU should move to the Makurdi International Market along George Akume Road.
• Wurukum: Residents of Kucha Utebe, Brewery, Gyado Villa, Mu, and Wurukum are advised to relocate to LGEA Primary School, Wurukum (popularly known as “Suswam Thank You”).
• Wadata: Residents of Rice Mill, Agboughu, Tionsha, and Wadata should move to NKST Primary School, Wadata.
• North Bank: Residents should relocate to Saint Mary’s Catholic Primary School.
• Abinsi and Gbajimba: Relocate to LGEA Primary School, Abinsi, and Government Secondary School, Gbajimba, respectively.
• Otukpo and Agatu: Otukpo residents should move to Saint Francis premises, while those in Agatu are urged to relocate to Oweto.
• Ugbokolo, Ogbokpo, Mbapa, and Uikpam: Residents should seek higher ground nearby where they can be reached by SEMA teams.

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The warning comes as part of the agency’s efforts to prompt proactive measures and mitigate the impacts of both human-induced and natural disasters in the state.

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