The Federal Government has issued a fresh flood warning, urging residents in parts of Northern Nigeria to remain vigilant as heavy rainfall is expected between October 1 and 3, 2025.
The alert, released by the National Flood Early Warning Centre (FEW Centre) under the Federal Ministry of Environment, comes as an extension of the earlier flood prediction announced on September 29, 2025.
According to a circular signed by Usman Abdullahi Bokani, Director of the Erosion, Flood and Coastal Zone Management Department, several states are at risk of flash floods due to anticipated torrential rains.
States on Red Alert
The latest flood advisory lists Adamawa, Kebbi, Bauchi, Zamfara, Sokoto, Kaduna, and Niger States as areas of concern.
Kebbi State has the highest number of flagged locations, including Argungu, Bagudu, Ganri-Banza, Gwandu, Jega, Kalgo, Kamba, Kangiwa, and Birnin Kebbi.
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Kaduna State has two locations on the alert — Jaji and Zaria.
Niger State is also on the watchlist, with Magama and Sarkin-Pawa identified as flood-prone zones.
Major Towns at Risk
Some of the notable towns that may be impacted include Mubi (Adamawa), Argungu (Kebbi), Birnin Kebbi (Kebbi), Sokoto, Gusau (Zamfara), Azare (Bauchi), and Jega (Kebbi).
The Ministry advised residents in these locations and surrounding areas to take precautionary measures, avoid flood-prone zones, and follow guidance from local emergency authorities.
