The Digest:
The federal government has revealed that 226 local government areas across 33 states and the FCT fall within high flood risk areas in 2026, affecting over 14,000 communities. Water Resources Minister Joseph Utsev said 405 LGAs in 35 states are at moderate flood risk, while minimal flood is expected in 923 communities across 24 states. This year's annual flood outlook introduced community-based flood forecasting for quicker intervention.
Key Points:
- High flood risk states include Abia, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno, Delta, Imo, Kano, Lagos, Rivers, and Zamfara.
- Only Ekiti State has no moderate flood risk area.
- President Tinubu reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening emergency response systems.
- The theme of the event was 'Smart Water Resources Management: Moving From Oil To A Water-Based Economy.'
- Improved communication and strategic planning are key to mitigating flood impact.
Sources: Channels Television
