The Federal Ministry of Atmosphere has issued a contemporary flood warning throughout at the very least ten states, cautioning that sustained heavy rainfall may set off flooding in weak communities.
The alert, launched by the Nationwide Flood Early Warning Centre, forecasts intense rainfall between April 13 and April 17, 2026, with a excessive danger of flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
States recognized as being in danger embody Adamawa, Enugu, Kaduna, Kogi, Kwara, Niger, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, and Taraba, with particular communities highlighted primarily based on historic vulnerability and drainage challenges.
Among the many areas listed are Ganye and Gbalji in Adamawa; Nsukka in Enugu; Buruku, Kachia, Kaduna, and Kafanchan in Kaduna State; Ibaji in Kogi; and Bode-Sadu and Ilorin in Kwara.
In Niger State, Chanchaga, Minna, and Sarkin Pawa have been recognized, whereas Osun communities corresponding to Ilesa, Iragbiji, Oshogbo, and Otan Ayegbaju may be affected.
A number of components of Ibadan in Oyo State—together with Apata, Bodija, Problem, Eleyele, Moniya, Odo-Ona, and Ojoo—have been additionally listed on account of recurring flooding incidents. Bukuru in Plateau and Serti in Taraba have been equally flagged.
The Ministry warned that flooding may disrupt livelihoods, injury infrastructure, and pose critical dangers to lives if preventive steps aren’t taken.
Residents in affected areas have been suggested to clear drainage channels, keep away from constructing alongside waterways, and put together for potential evacuation the place vital.
Authorities additionally urged state governments, emergency companies, and native stakeholders to activate contingency plans and strengthen early response methods.
The advisory, endorsed by Usman Abdullahi Bokani, Director of the Erosion, Flood and Coastal Zone Administration Division, burdened the significance of early preparedness in mitigating catastrophe influence.
The warning highlights rising issues over seasonal flooding in Nigeria, as local weather variability continues to accentuate rainfall patterns and improve excessive climate occasions nationwide.
By Michael Olugbode
Times Nigeria