NiMet Issues Flood Alert for 27 States Starting July 1

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a flood alert as the peak rainfall season is set to commence on July 1, 2026. The agency warns of a significant risk of flash floods across 27 states, including Lagos, Sokoto, and Imo, due to heavy rainfall that has already saturated the soil.

This saturation reduces the soil's capacity to absorb additional rainfall, particularly affecting low-lying communities, urban centers, and coastal areas with poor drainage. NiMet identifies vulnerable states such as Taraba, Borno, Zamfara, Kebbi, Katsina, Kaduna, Nasarawa, Plateau, Adamawa, Kwara, Kogi, Oyo, Ogun, Osun, Ekiti, Delta, Edo, Abia, Anambra, Enugu, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, and Bayelsa.

The agency anticipates that localized flash floods may disrupt transportation, cause road closures, and lead to power and telecommunications outages. Residents are urged to monitor weather forecasts, keep drainage systems clear, and take precautions to minimize the impact of potential flooding.