The Federal Government has warned that there will be heavy rainfall for five days, which could lead to flooding in 19 states and 76 different places.
This warning came from the National Flood Early Warning Systems Centre. They urged both local authorities and residents to act quickly to stay safe.
The alert follows serious flooding in Ogun and Gombe states. Other states, including Lagos, Plateau, Anambra, and Delta, have also been affected.
The flood warning says the rain will fall from August 5 to August 9, 2025, and may lead to floods in several areas.
Some of the areas expected to be hit by floods include parts of Akwa Ibom, Bauchi, Ebonyi, Cross River, Nasarawa, Benue, Kaduna, and Katsina.
Other states include Kebbi, Kano, Niger, Plateau, Taraba, Jigawa, Yobe, Zamfara, Sokoto, Borno, and Gombe.
Flooding happens every year in Nigeria. In 2024, it affected 31 states, killed many people, injured thousands, and displaced over a million residents.
In September 2024, Alau Dam broke in Borno State, killing 150 people and displacing over 400,000 as 70% of the area was flooded.
This year, many parts of Nigeria have seen floods that damaged homes, killed people, and forced many to leave their homes.
In May 2025, Niger State had the worst flood this year, killing over 200 people and leaving thousands without homes.
The disaster was caused by heavy rain and the collapse of a dam. It also cut off people from basic needs like water and healthcare.
Although Mokwa was hit hardest, other states also suffered. In Rivers State, floods and landslides in Okrika killed at least 25 people.
In April, floods killed 13 people in Kwara and Niger states. Some died when a canoe overturned. Rice farms were also destroyed.
Recently, the government approved funding to fight and respond to floods across the country.
Each state and the capital will get ₦3 billion. Other ministries and emergency agencies will also receive funds to support the flood response.
NEMA’s report from last Friday showed that 165 people have died this year due to flooding, 82 are missing, and nearly 120,000 were affected.*
So far, 138 people were injured, almost 44,000 displaced, over 8,000 homes damaged, and many farmlands destroyed in 43 LGAs across 19 states.
Most of the people affected are women and children.
A newer report from NEMA says the number of deaths this year has risen to 191, with 94 people still missing.
Niger State had the highest death toll with 163 people dead. Adamawa followed with 26 deaths. One person each died in Borno and Gombe.
So far, floods have affected over 134,000 people in 20 states and 47 LGAs this year.
Affected states include Abia, Abuja, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Borno, Delta, Edo, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kogi, Kwara, Niger, Ondo, Rivers, and Sokoto.
Dloods displaced over 48,000 people, injured 239, damaged 9,499 houses, and destroyed 9,450 farmlands.
Among those affected are over 60,000 children, 41,000 women, 27,000 men, 5,700 elderly, and nearly 2,000 people with disabilities.
In 2024, over 5.2 million people were affected by floods, with more than 1.2 million displaced, over 1,200 killed, and thousands injured.
That same year, floods destroyed 116,000 homes and damaged over 1.4 million hectares of farmland, causing a major humanitarian crisis.Flood Damage in Ogun and Gombe States.
On Tuesday, floods hit parts of Ogun and Gombe states after heavy rain overnight.
In Redemption City, Ogun State, people, including children and churchgoers, were stranded as floodwater blocked roads.
In Estate 15, cars were completely underwater. People had to abandon their vehicles and use canoes to move around.
Church officials from RCCG used school buses to transport trapped people.
A resident, Tunde, said he couldn’t leave the camp until the church sent a special bus to pick them up.
Flooding also caused damage in the OPIC area of Ogun State.
In Gombe, four people died due to floods, windstorms, and rain. Many households and farms were also affected.
The most affected areas include Kwami, Dukku, Billiri, Gombe, Yalmatu-Deba, and Akko LGAs.
The emergency agency said many houses were damaged by wind and cracked walls. Four people died—two in Gombe, one each in Dukku and Kwami.Flood Impact in Other States
In Lagos, heavy rain on Monday caused major floods, disrupting businesses and leaving many stranded.
Floodwater filled streets in both mainland and island areas. Some people waded through waist-deep water.
In one video, a crying woman begged for government help after her home was flooded.
Market traders had to leave their stalls, and transport was shut down across the city.
Social media users shared videos and photos of flooded homes and cars, demanding long-term flood solutions.
Many blame poor drainage, blocked gutters, and bad construction for Lagos’s ongoing flood problems.
In Delta State, heavy flooding started in Sapele and Oko. Some residents have already started moving out.
People are asking the government for help as homes and lives are being disrupted.
Delta’s Environment Commissioner visited Sapele and promised quick support for affected people.
In Oko, residents say floods happen every year and want real solutions, like proper drainage.
The Delta State Government has set up six IDP camps in high-risk areas to shelter flood victims.
These camps have medical areas, kitchens, security, and other essentials to support displaced people.
The state also created a Flood Disaster Management Committee to educate residents and help them evacuate when needed.More Flood Reports.
In Diggi town, Kebbi State, a three-hour rainstorm left many homeless as floodwater rushed through the area.
Residents say the flood came suddenly from nearby waterways and destroyed everything in minutes.
The Kebbi government sent food, medicine, and bedding to help affected people.
Community leaders also asked people to clear drainages and called for help from NGOs and rich individuals.
In Bauchi State, floods in Bagel community destroyed 13 homes. The local chairman visited and promised aid.
He also asked for help from both state and federal governments, and from NGOs.
In Plateau State’s Shimankar District, a storm damaged over 50 homes, schools, and a worship center.
Residents said the damage was massive, with many left homeless.
Although the state emergency agency was informed, locals said no help had arrived yet.
In Imo State, 27 villages in Oguta and several in Ohaji/Egbema were flooded. Flash floods also hit parts of Owerri.
A farmer said he had to move his family after water covered their home and farm.
In Rivers State, continuous rain caused floods in Port Harcourt and nearby areas, damaging homes and roads.
An activist called for a state of emergency and quick government action to prevent more suffering. States Preparing for More Floods
In Katsina, schools have been set aside as emergency shelters. Committees are ready to respond to floods.
The government also bought supplies and is running awareness campaigns to prevent more damage.
Bayelsa has seen a lot of rain but has avoided serious floods thanks to good drainage and ongoing projects.
Officials say they are ready for more rain and are working hard to keep floods under control.
In Sokoto, assessment teams visited flood-hit communities to check the damage and plan relief.
In Yabo LGA, several communities were destroyed. Elderly residents lost their homes, and even the local king’s palace was damaged.
In Shagari LGA, many farmlands and homes were flooded. People are now worried about food shortages.
