"Flood Alert: Kogi, Anambra, Delta Brace for Rising River Levels"

The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency warns of potential flooding due to rising river levels in Kogi State, Anambra State, and Delta State, raising concerns about drinking water safety.

• The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency reports increased water levels along the Niger and Benue rivers, indicating imminent flooding risks in Kogi State, Anambra State, and Delta State.
• Flood evaluation exercises revealed contamination in some shallow wells, raising serious concerns about drinking water quality in affected areas of Nigeria, particularly during this flood season.
• Additional predictions of flooding extend to Benue, Adamawa, Niger, and Bayelsa states, highlighting the extensive impact of hydrology changes across the region.