Flood looms in Adamawa, Bayelsa, Kogi, six others as Lagdo dam releases water | The Nation Newspaper

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has alerted Nigerians to expect floods as Lagdo Dam in Cameroon releases water from its dam.

The agency noted that nine states may be affected by the recent release of water from the dam which is expected to last till the end of this month.

Ahmed said the recent release has led to the displacement of communities and could lead to the destruction of crops and other infrastructure. NEMA promised to give further updates as it expects to receive updates from the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency , NIMET, NEMA Operations Office in Yola, Adamawa State, and from State Emergency Agencies of the frontline states.

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