No fewer than 25 communities living along the bank of the River Niger in Edo State have been submerged in flood following the release of water from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon. This recent development has caused significant disruption and hardship for the residents of the affected areas.
The flooding has affected several local government areas in Edo State, with houses submerged and residents forced to evacuate. The situation is dire, with many people losing their homes and belongings to the floodwaters.
The Nigerian government has issued orders for the evacuation of affected areas to ensure the safety of the residents. The release of water from the Lagdo Dam is a regular occurrence, but this year it has had a particularly severe impact due to various factors, including heavy rainfall and the dam’s regulated water release.
The National Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) had earlier warned Nigerians of the potential for floods due to the regulated release of water from the Lagdo Dam, emphasizing the need for preparedness and evacuation in vulnerable areas.
