The Digest:
Following a severe flood alert from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), residents in floodplains across 20 states have begun relocating. Despite over N620bn in ecological funds disbursed since 2012, concerns remain over inadequate state-level responses, leaving communities facing Rising Tides and recurring national tragedies.
Key Points:
- NiMet issued a flood alert for 20 states, urging residents in floodplains to relocate.
- Affected states include Lagos, Benue, Kaduna, Ondo, Yobe, and Adamawa.
- Residents in high-risk areas have started moving, clearing drains, and preparing emergency kits.
- Lagos State attributed recent flash floods to rising tidal levels and assured ongoing monitoring efforts.
- Kaduna residents are taking preventive steps, with some planning to relocate to safer areas.
- Ondo State communities urged proactive government measures after recent property destruction.
- Yobe, Benue, Jigawa, Delta, Cross River, Imo, Nasarawa, and Adamawa also report resident preparations and government actions.
Sources: The PUNCH. (2025, July 12). Flood alert: 20 states on edge
