The Lagos and Ogun state governments have issued warnings to residents in flood-prone areas, particularly those near riverbanks, to relocate or prepare for potential flooding as the Oyan Dam prepares to release excess water. The Ogun-Oshun River Basin Development Authority (OORBDA), which manages the dam, will release water as part of its annual effort to … Read more
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) issued a warning on Friday regarding rising water levels in the River Niger, advising Nigerians to prepare for potential impacts. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a statement signed by the Director General, Umar Ibrahim Mohammed, NIHSA explained that as of August 22, 2024, the dams had not released … Read more
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has issued an urgent warning to the public regarding rising water levels in the River Niger system. The alert was given on Friday by the agency’s Director-General, Umar Mohammed, who emphasized the potential threat of flooding as waters from upstream activities in neighboring countries are gradually making their way … Read more