The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has issued a public advisory warning Nigerians of an increased risk of flash flooding between July 1 and 10, 2026, following a flood risk alert by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). �
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According to the advisory, heavy rainfall expected across several parts of the country could trigger flash floods, particularly in low-lying, flood-prone and poorly drained communities.
The states identified as being at risk include Taraba, Sokoto, Borno, Zamfara, Kebbi, Katsina, Kaduna, Nasarawa, Plateau, Adamawa, Kwara, Kogi, Oyo, Ogun, Lagos, Osun, Ekiti, Delta, Edo, Abia, Imo, Anambra, Enugu, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Rivers and Bayelsa. �
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NOA advised residents to avoid walking, driving or riding through flooded roads and fast-flowing water, warning that water depth and current strength can be deceptive.
The agency also urged communities to clear blocked drainage channels, relocate temporarily to safer locations where necessary, move important documents and electrical appliances to higher ground, and disconnect electricity in homes threatened by flooding. �
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Parents and guardians were further advised to keep children away from floodwaters, drainage channels and swollen rivers, while members of the public were encouraged to stay informed through official weather forecasts from NiMet, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), State Emergency Management Agencies (SEMAs), and other relevant authorities.
The agency also called on Nigerians to promptly report flooding incidents and blocked drainage systems to emergency authorities, stressing that early action can significantly reduce the loss of lives and property.
NOA appealed to citizens to remain calm, vigilant and safety-conscious throughout the period, emphasizing that collective preparedness is key to reducing the impact of flooding. �
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