Environment
Edo urged to prepare for Potential Flooding as Kogi faces devastation
Written By: Emmanuel Ikhenebome
25 Sep 2025 04:23 PM
Benin, Edo – As devastating floods continue to wreak havoc in Ibaji Local Government Area of Kogi State, concerns are mounting over the potential impact on neighboring Edo State.
A recent post on X by @Abass193 has sparked urgent calls for the Edo State Government to bolster its flood preparedness measures, particularly in vulnerable communities such as Agenebode and other areas in Edo North.
The post, shared on Thursday, highlights the alarming situation in Kogi State, where aerial images reveal entire neighborhoods submerged under floodwaters following heavy rainfall.
Quoting the initial report from @NigeriaStories, @Abass193 expressed concern for Edo State, pleading with the government to "prepare for the best possible solutions ahead" to mitigate potential flooding risks.
The post has since garnered attention, with users like @Realazeez_ noting that Edo State was not initially listed among the states expected to face flooding, raising questions about the adequacy of current preparedness plans.
The flooding in Kogi State, as confirmed by the Executive Secretary of the Kogi State Emergency Management Agency, Mouktar Atima, has prompted warnings for communities along riverbanks to relocate to safer grounds.
In Edo State, the government has been proactive in recent months, with the State Flood, Erosion and Watershed Management Agency (EdoFEWMA) implementing strategies to address flood threats outlined in the 2025 Annual Flood Outlook by the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA).
These efforts include public sensitization campaigns and infrastructure resilience projects, driven by Governor Okpebholo’s vision of a "safe and resilient state free from flood and erosion threats."
However, the absence of Edo State from initial flood risk lists has left residents and observers like @Abass193 calling for heightened vigilance, especially in low-lying areas prone to water
A recent post on X by @Abass193 has sparked urgent calls for the Edo State Government to bolster its flood preparedness measures, particularly in vulnerable communities such as Agenebode and other areas in Edo North.
The post, shared on Thursday, highlights the alarming situation in Kogi State, where aerial images reveal entire neighborhoods submerged under floodwaters following heavy rainfall.
Quoting the initial report from @NigeriaStories, @Abass193 expressed concern for Edo State, pleading with the government to "prepare for the best possible solutions ahead" to mitigate potential flooding risks.
The post has since garnered attention, with users like @Realazeez_ noting that Edo State was not initially listed among the states expected to face flooding, raising questions about the adequacy of current preparedness plans.
The flooding in Kogi State, as confirmed by the Executive Secretary of the Kogi State Emergency Management Agency, Mouktar Atima, has prompted warnings for communities along riverbanks to relocate to safer grounds.
In Edo State, the government has been proactive in recent months, with the State Flood, Erosion and Watershed Management Agency (EdoFEWMA) implementing strategies to address flood threats outlined in the 2025 Annual Flood Outlook by the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA).
These efforts include public sensitization campaigns and infrastructure resilience projects, driven by Governor Okpebholo’s vision of a "safe and resilient state free from flood and erosion threats."
However, the absence of Edo State from initial flood risk lists has left residents and observers like @Abass193 calling for heightened vigilance, especially in low-lying areas prone to water
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