The Federal Government has reported 321 deaths and 1,373,699 people affected by floods in 2024 across 217 LGAs in 34 states.
In addition, 740,734 people were displaced, and 2,854 suffered injuries during last year’s flooding.
Thousands of hectares of farmland were destroyed, worsening food security and livelihoods.
For 2025, the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) forecasts high flood risks for 1,249 communities in 176 LGAs across 33 states and the FCT.
Moderate flood risks are expected for 2,187 communities in 293 LGAs across 31 states and the FCT.
High-risk states include Abia, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Delta, Lagos, Rivers, and Zamfara.
Urban flash floods are anticipated in major cities like Abuja, Lagos, Port Harcourt, Kano, and Ibadan due to poor drainage systems.
Coastal flooding may affect states like Bayelsa and Ondo due to rising sea levels and tidal surges.
Flood risks are segmented into three phases: April to June (657 communities), July to September (544 communities), and October to November (484 communities).
The government plans initiatives like the National Flood Insurance Programme and Niger Flood Project to boost resilience.
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An Integrated Climate Resilience Project and Annual Drought Outlook are also in development.
NIHSA emphasized using advanced technologies for accurate forecasting and inter-agency collaboration.
Stakeholders are urged to support proactive flood management strategies to protect lives and infrastructure.
