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NIHSA issues flood alert for 32 states, 832 communities

NIHSA issues flood alert for 32 states, 832 communities

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By Tosin Kolade

The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has issued a fresh flood alert for 198 LGAs across 32 states and the FCT.

The agency warned of high to very high flood risks between Aug. 7 and Aug. 21.

The alert, with reference No: 32-25-003-06, was issued by NIHSA Director General,  Mr Umar Ibrahim on Thursday, following rising river levels and persistent rainfall across the country.

NIHSA warned that over 100 communities and major transportation routes may experience severe disruptions during the forecast period.

The affected states include; Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, FCT, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, and Nasarawa.

Others are: Niger, Ogun, Ondo, Plateau, Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba, Yobe, and Zamfara.

According to the agency, a total of 198 LGAs and 832 communities fall within the projected flood impact zone.

“Possible disruption of major transportation routes is anticipated,” NIHSA stated, citing data from its colour-coded flood risk map.

The agency urged emergency management stakeholders to activate their response protocols and advised that evacuation plans be put in place for communities at risk.

NIHSA also encouraged residents and stakeholders to follow its weekly state-level and community-specific forecasts, and to stay informed via the NIHSA flood dashboard and official social media platforms.

The alert is part of NIHSA’s ongoing efforts to mitigate the growing impact of seasonal flooding, which continues to displace thousands and damage infrastructure annually.

For more information and real-time updates, members of the public are advised to visit www.nihsa.gov.ng or scan the QR code featured on the official alert. (NAN)

Edited by Muhyideen Jimoh

NIHSA issues flood alert for 28 states, 739 communities

NIHSA issues flood alert for 28 states, 739 communities

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By Tosin Kolade

The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has issued a fresh flood alert for 28 states and the FCT.

The agency warned of a high risk of flooding in over 739 communities and 162 Local Government Areas between Tuesday and Aug. 5.

This is contained in a statement issued by NIHSA’s Director General, Mr Umar Mohammad, who explained that the alert followed the agency’s forecast.

This, he said, was consistent with the agency’s 2025 Annual Flood Outlook (AFO) released on April 10.

According to the statement, NIHSA provides weekly flood alerts to highlight areas likely to experience flooding.

States on the alert list included Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, FCT, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara and Lagos.

Others were Nasarawa, Niger, Ondo, Plateau, Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba, and Yobe.

The agency urged emergency management stakeholders to activate preparedness and response mechanisms.

“The intensity and impact of the floods will vary across the affected states during the forecast period,” it said.

The agency said the warning covered 28 states, beginning from Adamawa through to Yobe in the North East.

It added that key metropolitan areas such as the FCT and Lagos State were included.

The agency warned of the potential disruption of over 100 major transportation routes, including critical economic corridors.

Such corridors, it said, included Okene-Lokoja-Abuja Road, Birnin Kebbi-Bunza Road, Ibi-Wukari Road, and key routes within Lagos, FCT, and the Niger Delta.

“There is also an increased risk of property damage to homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure in low-lying and flood-prone areas.

“In addition, agricultural lands are under threat, potentially affecting food security in several regions,” it said.

NIHSA strongly advised all emergency management stakeholders to activate preparedness and response protocols, while at-risk communities should implement evacuation plans without delay.

It urged Nigerians to monitor weekly updates through NIHSA’s Flood Dashboard website (www.nihsa.gov.ng) and social media platforms. (NAN)

Edited by Mufutau Ojo

EFCC alerts Nigerians on 58 ponzi scheme operators

EFCC alerts Nigerians on 58 ponzi scheme operators

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Alert

By Isaac Aregbesola

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a public alert regarding the activities of 58 companies allegedly operating illegal Ponzi  schemes under the guise of investment opportunities.

The alert is contaned in a statement issued by the EFCC Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, in Abuja.

The commission said that the companies were neither registered with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) nor the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), hence, making their operations illegal.

The commission said it has taken legal action against many of the entities, leading to the conviction of five, while another five have pleaded guilty and are awaiting further judicial processes.

The commission listed the companies as Wales Kingdom Capital, Bethseida Group of Companies; AQM Capital Ltd.; Titan Multibusiness Investment Ltd.; Brickwall Global Investment Ltd.; and Farmforte Ltd. & Agro Partnership Tech.

Others are Green Eagles Agricbusiness Solution Ltd.; Richfield Multiconcepts Ltd.; Forte Asset Management Ltd.; (Biss Networks Nigeria Ltd.; S Mobile Netzone Ltd.; Pristine Mobile Network), and Letsfarm Integrated Services.

Others are Bara Finance & Investment Ltd.; Vicampro Farms Ltd.; Brooks Network Ltd.; Gas Station Supply Services Ltd.; Brass & Books Ltd.; (Annexation Biz Concept & Maitanbuwal Global Venturescrowdyvest Ltd.) and Crowdyvest Ltd.

Also listed are  Jadek Agro Connect Ltd.; Adeeva Capital Ltd.; Oxford International Group and Oxford Gold Integrated; Skapomah Global Ltd.; MBA Trading & Capital Investment Ltd.; TRJ Company Ltd.; and Farm4Me Agriculture Ltd.

Others are Quintessential Investment Company; deprinz Global Enterprises; Rockstar Establishment Ltd.; SU.Global Investment; Citi Trust Funding PLC; Farm Buddy; Eatrich 369 Farms & Food; and Globertrot Farmsponsors Nig. Ltd.

The commission also listed Farm Sponsors Ltd.; Cititrust Credit Ltd.; Farmfunded Agroservices Ltd.; Adamakin Investment & Works Ltd.; ititrust Holding PLC; Green Eagles Agribusiness Solutions Ltd.; and Chinmark Homes & Shelters Ltd.

Others include Emerald Farms & Consultant Ltd.; Ovaioza Farm Produce Storage Ltd.; Farm 360 & Agriculture Company; Requid Technologies Ltd.; West Agro Agriculture & Food Processing Ltd.

Others are NISL Ventures Ltd. & Estate of Laolu Martins; XY Connect Investment Ltd.; River Branch Unique Investment Ltd.; Hallmark Capital Ltd.; CJC Markets Ltd.; Crowd One Investment; and Farmkart Foods Ltd.

The commission also listed KD Likemind Stakeholders Ltd.; Holibiz Finance Ltd.; Ifeanyi Okpe Oil & Gas Services; Servapps Nigeria Ltd.; Barrick Gold Mining Company and 360 Agric Partners Ltd.

The anti graft agency assured the public of its continued vigilance in monitoring financial activities across the nation.

The commission said it remains committed to identifying and prosecuting opportunistic and predatory operators who exploit unsuspecting investors.

It advised Nigerians to exercise caution when investing and verify the legitimacy of investment firms through appropriate regulatory agencies before engaging in any financial transactions.(NAN)

Edited by Florence Onuegbu/Sadiya Hamza

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