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Nigeria Collaborates with UN to Create Integrated National Flood Warning Network
Nigeria has launched a multi-agency partnership with the United Nations to establish a unified national early warning system designed to mitigate the impact of recurring flood disasters.
Two fatalities reported after Damaturu floods prompt safety warnings
A severe flood in Damaturu, Yobe State, has claimed the lives of two individuals, prompting local emergency authorities to issue urgent safety directives.
NiHSA Issues Flood Alert for 27 Nigerian States
NiHSA warns of imminent riverine flooding across 27 states, advising residents in vulnerable areas to prepare for evacuation and take precautionary safety measures.
Benue State intensifies flood mitigation with daily water level tracking
Benue State has implemented daily water level monitoring and improved drainage infrastructure as part of an urgent strategy to mitigate flood risks following a federal warning.
Climate Specialists Urge Immediate Action to Mitigate Africa’s Disaster Vulnerability
Climate experts at the SETIC 2026 conference urged African leaders to move beyond theoretical policy plans and invest in immediate, practical infrastructure and disaster prevention strategies to protect vulnerable populations.
NiHSA Issues Flood Warning for 17 States Between July 21 and July 27
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency has warned of medium flood risks across 17 states from July 21 to July 27, 2026, urging immediate safety measures and evacuations.
Persistent Rainfall Triggers Widespread Flooding Across Multiple Nigerian States
Relentless rainfall has caused widespread flooding across several Nigerian states, destroying homes, businesses, and farmlands while raising concerns ahead of the peak rainy season.
NEMA Identifies Five Kwara Local Governments Facing Severe Flood Threats
NEMA has warned that five local government areas in Kwara State face high flood risks, prompting an urgent call for disaster preparedness and coordinated regional action.
Ogun State Distributes Financial Relief to Windstorm Victims
The Ogun State Government has issued cash support to victims of a recent windstorm in the Imeko-Afon area to help residents recover from their losses.
NEMA Advocates Enhanced Agency Cooperation to Tackle National Flood Risks
NEMA officials have urged government agencies to coordinate more effectively to mitigate the 2026 flood risk, which threatens 23 states and the FCT.