Nigeria warns of possible flooding
Nigeria flags flood risk in 11 states as Cameroon releases dam water
Nigeria's hydrological services agency has warned of potential flooding in 11 states after neighbouring Cameroon said it was starting to release water from one of its largest dams following recent heavy rainfall in West and Central Africa.
Nigeria Warns of Possible Flooding as Cameroon Releases Water From Dam
Nigeria has warned of possible flooding in 11 states following the release of water from a dam in neighboring Cameroon
Prisoners flee after Nigeria floods damage jail
The Nigerian authorities say more than 270 inmates are now known to be missing after escaping from custody when severe flooding damaged a prison in the north-eastern city of Maiduguri. So far, seven are back in detention. The flooding was caused by the collapse of a dam following heavy rainfall.
Nigeria Issues Flood Warning As Cameroon Opens Dam
Nigerian authorities have warned that at least 11 states along one of its main rivers are at risk of flooding as neighbouring Cameroon begins releasing water from one of its dams.
Nigerians alerted as Cameroon prepares to release water from Lagdo dam
Cameroon will initiate controlled water discharge releases starting 17 September 2023. The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency has alerted Nigerians on the impending release of water from the Lagdo dam in Cameroon.
States wey Nigeria goment place on flood alert as Cameroon release water from Lagdo Dam
Nigeria goment sama eleven states for different parts of di kontri wit flood alert on Tuesday as authorities for Cameroon begin release water from Lagdo Dam.
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