The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), has called on residents living near riverbanks along the River Benue Basin to move to safer locations due to rising flood risks.
In a statement issued on Thursday, October 17, NIHSA Director General Umar Mohammed cautioned that the water levels in the River Benue have reached a critical point due to increased rainfall. He also advised residents near the River Niger to relocate as authorities at the Kainji and Jebba Dams work to manage the rising floodwaters.
Mohammed emphasized the importance of cooperation with emergency management agencies to build resilience and minimize the impact of flooding in affected areas.
This alert follows earlier warnings about the release of water from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon, which has caused flooding in various parts of Nigeria. The recent overflow of the Alau Dam in Maiduguri led to over 30 deaths and the destruction of thousands of homes in the Borno State capital.
The government is urging Nigerians to act promptly and take necessary precautions to avoid further loss of life and property.
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