The Federal Government has issued a flood alert warning of heavy rainfall and possible flash and riverine flooding in 76 locations across 19 states between August 5 and August 9, 2025. The warning, released through the National Flood Early Warning Systems Centre under the Ministry of Environment, is based on meteorological and hydrological forecasts that predict intense rainfall in multiple regions. Residents and emergency agencies have been urged to take precautionary steps to prevent loss of life and property.

States expected to be affected include Akwa Ibom, Bauchi, Ebonyi, Cross River, Nasarawa, Benue, Kaduna, Katsina, Kebbi, Kano, Niger, Plateau, Taraba, Jigawa, Yobe, Zamfara, Sokoto, Borno, and Gombe. Specific high-risk towns such as Eket, Tafawa-Balewa, Abakaliki, Makurdi, Kumbotso, Jos North, Hadejia, Gusau, Maiduguri, and others were listed as vulnerable to flooding. The government has advised local councils, traditional leaders, and state emergency management agencies to activate early response systems and clear blocked drainage channels immediately.

The Ministry of Environment noted that the alert is part of a broader national response to climate risks, focused on strengthening disaster preparedness and public safety. Citizens are encouraged to follow official updates, stay alert to changing weather conditions, and report any emergencies to relevant authorities. The Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to minimizing the impact of natural disasters through timely alerts and coordinated community action.