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FG Issues Flood Warning, Warns Residents in 17 States
The Federal Government has issued a fresh flood warning, alerting residents in 17 states to the risk of flooding over the next seven days as rising water levels continue to threaten communities across the country.
The warning was issued by the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) in its National Flood Advisory (Alert No. NFA-2026-200), covering the period from July 21 to July 27.
According to the Director-General of NIHSA, Umar Mohammed, the alert followed a steady rise in water levels at key river monitoring stations, increasing the likelihood of localised flooding along river channels and floodplains.
The states identified as being at medium flood risk are Adamawa, Bauchi, Benue, Borno, Edo, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kebbi, Nasarawa, Niger, Plateau, Taraba, Yobe and Zamfara.
Mohammed said river levels at several critical locations had already exceeded warning thresholds, raising concerns about possible flooding in surrounding communities.
He said, “River levels at Saminaka on the Karam River, Waya Dam site on the Waya River and Amber on the Amber River had exceeded watch and warning thresholds.”
The NIHSA boss added that no fewer than 16 river gauging stations across the country were currently recording elevated water levels, placing nearby communities at risk of localised flooding if heavy rainfall continues.
He urged state governments, local authorities and residents living in flood-prone areas to begin taking precautionary measures immediately to minimise the impact of possible flooding.
Bauchi State was identified as the most vulnerable, with the agency revealing that about 1,841 communities, 145 schools, 101 health facilities and eight markets are exposed to flood risks. The agency also listed several vulnerable communities and public facilities in Edo, Imo, Kaduna, Plateau and Benue states.
Mohammed called on the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), State Emergency Management Agencies (SEMAs), local government authorities and community leaders to activate emergency preparedness and response plans without delay.
He recommended that residents living on floodplains relocate to safer areas, taking along their families, livestock and valuables before floodwaters rise.
The NIHSA Director-General also advised emergency agencies to pre-position food supplies, medical materials and water treatment equipment in communities likely to be affected to ensure a quicker response if flooding occurs.
He stressed the need for early warning systems to reach vulnerable communities, urging authorities to mobilise local volunteers and utilise community communication channels to spread flood alerts promptly.
Mohammed also warned residents against attempting to walk, drive or ride through flooded roads, bridges and fast-flowing waterways, noting that such actions could result in avoidable loss of lives.
He further urged relevant authorities to clear blocked drains, culverts and waterways to improve the free flow of water and reduce the risk of flooding during the rainy season.
The latest advisory comes as Nigeria continues to experience heavy rainfall across several parts of the country, with recent flooding affecting communities in Lagos and other states. According to data from the National Emergency Management Agency, floods in 2025 claimed 232 lives, injured more than 600 people, affected over 315,000 residents, displaced more than 113,000 people and destroyed thousands of homes and hectares of farmland.
Mohammed advised both government agencies and members of the public to continue monitoring daily flood forecasts and advisories issued by NIHSA throughout the rainy season.
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NFF Puts All Resources Into Second ‘Window Of Opportunity’ For Super Falcons’ 2027 Women’s World Cup Qualification Quest
Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has put its full arsenal and all resources into a last-ditch charge to ensure the Super Falcons qualify for next year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup through a second ‘window of opportunity’ that lies in a qualification play-off versus South Africa.
Sports247 reports that, heading into Thursday’s decisive match in Rabat, Morocco, the NFF came out with an open letter of apology and declaration of purpose to propel the female national team towards a consolation victory at the ongoing 14th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Victory over South Afirca on Thursday will keep the Falcons’ World Cup hope alive, though they would still have to face two more games during an intercontenental play-off later in the year, and the NFF appealed for total support from all Nigerians to seal the ticket.
The football governing body’s epistle published on Tuesday, was narrated through their president, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, on behalf of the NFF executive committee, the Super Falcons and entire Nigerian football family, with apologies, deepest regrets and appeals.
It started with a direct apology to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the Falcons’ loss, then moved to expressions of disappoinment and acknowledgement of failure, while noting that the NFFF owes gratitude to ‘everyone who prayed, encouraged, travelled, watched and stood behind the Super Falcons.’
The NFF’s lengthy open letter stated in part, “Sincere apologies to the Government and people of Nigeria, following the Super Falcons’ failure to secure a direct qualification ticket to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
“The team went into the competition carrying the hopes of the nation and the enormous goodwill and support of the Federal Government, and we regret that we were unable to deliver the result expected at this stage.
“We wish to extend a special and heartfelt apology to His Excellency, the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for this disappointment.
“A window of opportunity remains through the CAF play-off pathway, and the Super Falcons are determined to fight for one of the two available CAF play-off tickets and subsequently pursue qualification through the FIFA play-off tournament.
“We must now regroup, learn from this setback and focus completely on the opportunity that remains. The NFF, the Falcons’ technical team and players are committed to doing everything within their power to secure Nigeria’s place at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
“Our resolve is to ensure that the Super Falcons return stronger, fight harder and do everything possible to make Mr. President, the Federal Government and Nigerians proud once again.
“We sincerely thank Nigerians for their unwavering support and urge everyone to continue to stand with the Super Falcons, as we pursue the remaining route to the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027.”
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