List of 21 States in Nigeria Prone to Flood
Based on the information available up to September 6, 2024, here is a list of states in Nigeria that have been identified as prone to flooding:
- Adamawa – Mentioned with specific locations like Mubi, Shelleng, Demsa, Numan, Song, Wuro Bokki, Natubi, Mayo Belwa, Jimeta, Gbajili, Ganye, Farkumo, Abba Kumbo.
- Benue – Locations include Udoma, Ugbokpo, Ugbokolo, Ukpiam, Otobi, Otukpo, Mbapa, Makurdi, Gbajimba, Gogo, Abinsi.
- Bauchi – Azare, Jama’are, Itas, Misau, Tafawa-Balewa.
- Kogi – Ugwalawo, Idah, Ibaji, Wara, Omala, Bassa, Ajaokuta.
- Borno – Biu, Maiduguri, Briyel.
- Nasarawa – Ado, Mararaba, Udeni, Rukubi, Ajima, Odogbo.
- Gombe – Nafada, Gombe, Bajoga.
- Kwara – Kosubosu, Kaiama, Oke-Ero, Moro.
- Jigawa – Dutse, Gumel, Ringim.
- Oyo – Kishi.
- Anambra – Onitsha North.
- Lagos – Agege, Alimosho, Ikorodu, Lagos Island, Ikeja.
- Delta – Mentioned but specific locations not listed in the excerpts.
- Imo – Mentioned but specific locations not listed.
- Rivers – Mentioned but specific locations not listed.
- Bayelsa – Mentioned but specific locations not listed.
- Ogun – Ijebu-Ode.
- Osun – Oriade.
- Nasarawa – Doma.
- Taraba – Takum.
- Kaduna – Mentioned in a post but specific locations not listed.
This list combines information from various sources indicating flood risks, including both general state mentions and specific local government areas. Note that while some states like Kaduna, Jigawa, and others were mentioned in posts for being at risk of flooding, specific local government areas within these states weren’t detailed in the provided excerpts. Always refer to the latest government advisories or local reports for the most current and detailed information.
