Nigeria alerts Anambra, FCT, Borno, Ondo, 30 others at ‘high flood risk’ in 2026

*The Nigerian Government disclose that 226 Local Government Areas in 33 States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory fall within the high flood risk areas identified during the rainy season in 2026

Isola Moses | ConsumerConnect

The Nigerian Government has disclosed that 226 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in 33 States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) fall within the high flood risk areas identified in 2026.

ConsumerConnect reports Prof. (Engr.) Joseph Terlumun Utsev, Honourable Minister for Water Resources and Sanitation, stated this Wednesday, April 15, 2026, during the public presentation of the 2026 Annual Flood Outlook by the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency at the State Banquet Hall of the Aso Villa, Abuja, FCT.

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Prof. Utsev said: “Fourteen thousand, one hundred and eighteen communities in 266 local government areas in 33 States and the FCT fall within the high flood risk areas.

“The states are: Abia, Adamawa, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Enugu, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, Nasarawa, Niger, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba, Yobe, Zamfara, and the FCT.”

The Minister, at the event with the theme: with the theme, “Smart Water Resources Management: Moving From Oil To A Water-Based Economy”, also explained the outlook noted that 405 LGAs in 35 states of the federation fall within the moderate flood risk area, except Ekiti State.

It is noted that incidents of minimal flood, however, are expected in 923 communities in 77 LGAs in 24 states of the Federation.

He further stated: “Low Flood Risk: Incidences of minimal flood are expected in 923 communities in 77 LGAs in 24 States. The states are Adamawa, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Kebbi, Kogi, Nasarawa, Niger, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Sokoto, Taraba, and Zamfara.”

The Minister for Water Resources and Sanitation said the 2026 annual flood outlook introduced a community-based flood forecasting, which means forecasts are now tailored to specific communities for quick intervention.

Emergency response systems

In addressing the perennial flooding in the West African country, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening emergency response systems and promoting sustainable development across Nigeria.

Tinubu, represented at the event by the Minister for Environment, Balarabe Lawal, said that the Federal Government had carefully assessed existing challenges and recognised the critical role of rescue teams in mitigating emergencies.

The President assured Nigerians that efforts are underway to enhance the capacity and strategic direction of relevant ministries to ensure more effective and timely responses.

Tinubu also harped on the need to build a sustainable future through improved coordination, planning, and service delivery.

The Nigerian leader further noted that effective communication remains a key tool in fostering collaboration, increasing public awareness, and ensuring prompt response to emerging issues.

Tinubu said that with improved communication and strategic planning, the government was confident of overcoming current challenges and delivering better outcomes for citizens.

The event had in attendance minister and other stakeholders.

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