The Federal Government warns 22 states about a 5-day flood threat. Stay informed on safety measures and updates to protect your area.
According to the forecast of the Federal Government, starting on Tuesday, July 16 and concluding on July 20, 2024 a flooding event lasting five days poses a threat to approximately ninety-four towns.
On Tuesday, Dr. Iziaq Salako who is the Minister of State for Environment made this revelation to The Obasanjonews.com.
Salako stated that there is a high possibility for heavy rainfall to occur within the forecasted timeframe in the identified areas and their surrounding regions, which may result in flooding.
The states of concern were Adamawa State (specifically Gbajili and Ganye), Abia State (including Eziama and Arochukwu), Onitsha in Anambra State, various locations in Akwa Ibom including Uyo, Upenekang, Oron, Edor, Eket , Obianga and Etinan; Tafawa Balewaand Bauchiin BauchiState; Letugben e in BayelsaState; Maiduguriin BornoState ; Ikom,C alabar,I tigidi,andA kpapin CrossRiver S tate. In addition,UdeniandTungainN asaraw aStat ewereincludedaswell asthe Federal CapitalTerritory’sAbajiandBwariareas.
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Some of the states and their respective local government areas include Jigawa State with Miga, Ringim, Dutse, Hadejia; Kano State comprising Gezawa, Gwarzo, Kano, Karaye,Wudil and Sumaila;Kebbi state comprises Gwandu,Jega,Kangiwa,Gauri-Banza,Ribah,Sakaba,Saminaka,Kamba,Birnin-Kebbi,Bunza ,Argungu,and Bagudo. Other states are: Katsina (Bindawa,Jibia,Kaita,dDaura,Funtua), Kwara(Kosubosu); Niger(Ibi,bida,kontagora,Mashegu,minna,new bussa,katchari,jau,wushishi) Plateau(Jos,mangu),Rivers(Port-Harcourtnne Okrika.Bori) Sokoto(Makira,Goronyo,isasilame,sokotoith Wamako). Taraba has GembyBeliGarkowa Gasol Serti Dongay DucciGun gun Bodel. Others re Yobewith gashuanm gasma damaturugeidmkdamazaman Zamfara being Maradun Shinkafy BukkuyumMajargumiand Gummi
Salako advised stakeholders in the nation to take measures to reduce the impact of flooding.
Regarding whether the Lagdo Dam floodgates opening was communicated to the government of Cameroon, the minister clarified that it is under management by the Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation.
He noted that in the event of any problem with Lagdo Dam, they will notify the Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation. However, he was uncertain if such information had been received as it is typical for them to also relay this data at a federal level.
The Sokoto State government has announced its preparedness to prevent any potential occurrence of flooding in the state this year.
In a conversation with one of our reporters, Sambo Danchadi, the Commissioner for Information stated that the Sokoto state government was tirelessly collaborating with an emergency management agency to ensure a secure atmosphere.
The Director of Relief and Rehabilitation at the Sokoto Emergency Management Agency, Mustapha Umar also stated that sensitisation and awareness programmes have been conducted in areas prone to floods.
He stated that they had an evacuation plan in place, as the National Emergency Management Agency had requested them to submit their strategy and specified areas for flood situations. He further added that they have consolidated and submitted all the required details to authorities already.
He added, “We have made significant efforts to share information and raise awareness about the dangers of flooding among the people.”
Additionally, the efforts to clear natural drains in Yenagoa and surrounding areas will persist as per the Bayelsa State Directorate of Flood and Erosion Control’s commitment towards reducing the effects caused by this year’s flood.
