- The statement further noted that dam operators at Kainji and Jebba on the River Niger have been informed and are fully prepared to manage the situation.
- NIHSA has advised states and communities along the River Niger system to be on high alert as the floodwaters are anticipated to peak towards the end of August and into Septembe
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) sounded a warning bell on Friday, alerting the public to the escalating water levels of the River Niger.
Mr Umar Mohammed, the Director-General of NIHSA, in a statement, noted that floodwaters from these countries are gradually moving towards Nigeria, starting with Kebbi.
According to the agency, the development is attributed to upstream activities in Niger and Mali, with reports from the Niger Basin Authority (NBA) in Niamey, Niger Republic.
“NIHSA has assured that dam operators at Kainji and Jebba, situated on the River Niger, have been informed and are on standby.
“As of Aug. 22, the agency confirmed that these dams are not currently spilling water from their reservoirs”.
The D-G said the risk of flooding is expected to peak by the end of August and into September, urging states and communities along the River Niger system to remain vigilant.
He said the agency will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide regular updates to the public.