…warned residents in several communities to stay alert as the second phase of the 2026 rainy season approachesNiMet's forecast projects intense rainfall averaging about 360mm in September, raising flood risks along major rivers and coastal areasFish farmers operating within floodplains received a specific directive to h…

…movement difficult for motorists, businesses and residents, particularly during the rainy season. Carrying placards with inscriptions such as “President Tinubu, Please Come to Our Aid,” “Our Road Is Bad, Our People Are Suffering,” “Give Us Access Road,” “No Access, No Business, No Progress,” and “Help Revive Lisa Memor…

…for a considerable period after transformers serving the areas were damaged during the rainy season. The outage, according to residents, disrupted business activities and heightened concerns over security, particularly during the night. Following the development, the senator representing Jigawa Northeast Senatorial Dis…

…significant challenges at its major dump sites in recent months, particularly during the rainy season, noting that the situation had been worse this year. He said the challenges included flooding of access roads and disposal platforms, as well as the dwindling capacity of some landfills to receive waste. “The capacity…

…drivers, to exercise greater caution when navigating sharp bends, especially during the rainy season when road conditions can become hazardous. He commended the FRSC and local volunteers for their prompt intervention following the crash. It was learnt that the remains of the 15 victims were later given a mass burial in…

…several years ago, who gathered a crowd of worshippers in Abuja in the middle of the rainy season, having invited me to minister in songs to them in an outdoor evangelical outreach. 'When I expressed my concern about the weather, he smiled and declared authoritatively, "this rain will cooperate with us!" 'The thunderst…

…situation in the area did not allow farmers in the area to engage in farming this rainy season."It is through farming that we eat. Now, we have abandoned our farmlands; our livelihoods have been destroyed. We need urgent government intervention," he added. by Linda Ikeji at 03/08/2026 10:01 AM | Share this Story

…the dual carriageway. He said the intervention became necessary because of the ongoing rainy season, noting that blocked drainage channels expose road pavements to prolonged water retention, one of the leading causes of pavement failure on federal highways. “Our priority is to restore damaged sections of the road, reop…

…warned that several states, including Edo, face a heightened risk of flooding during the rainy season. In response, state governments have intensified sensitisation campaigns, evacuation plans and drainage clearance to reduce the impact of anticipated floods.

Anambra bans Asphalt laying in rainy season The Anambra State Government has introduced stricter quality control measures for road construction, including an immediate ban on asphalt laying during the rainy season, as part of efforts to improve the durability of roads across the state.The directive, issued through the…

…road subjected passengers to unnecessary hardship, especially during peak hours and the rainy season. A transporter, Kadiri Bala, noted that the damaged section slowed movement of goods and services, affecting businesses operating within Mowe, Ofada and neighbouring communities. Bala appealed to the state government to…

…challenge in several communities across Cross River State, particularly during the rainy season, with riverine areas in Etung Local Government Area among the hardest hit. The floods have repeatedly destroyed cocoa plantations, farmlands and homes, disrupting livelihoods in communities where agriculture remains the prim…

…from those losses, while others continue farming under constant fear whenever the rainy season begins,” he said. Oludayo disclosed that farmers in the Ikangba-Agoro area spent over N30m in 2023 to dredge the Yemule River through self-help before government intervention came months later, while another N20m was spent th…

For Nigerian open-field farmers, the arrival of the rainy season is a double-edged sword. While it provides much-needed water, the accompanying high humidity and prolonged moisture create a playground for fungal and bacterial diseases. The post Greenhouse tomato farming: How to protect investments from rainy season bli…

…during heavy rainfall, causing severe erosion, damaged roads and dangerous flooding each rainy season.He said residents had repeatedly approached government authorities and relevant agencies for intervention, with little result.Malam Tajuddeen, Chairman of the Janbago Community Development Association, said the floodin…

…hopeful as the search continued. She urged residents to exercise caution during the rainy season by avoiding attempts to cross flooded rivers, streams and drainage channels. “The water level has risen significantly due to the persistent rains, making such crossings extremely dangerous. We appeal to residents to priorit…

…Fage urged residents, particularly young people, to avoid crossing rivers during the rainy season, warning that water levels can rise suddenly after heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, search and rescue operations by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency (KADSEMA) and the…

…The Country Director, AAN, Dr Andrew Mamedu also decried closure of schools during rainy season in some states due to flood incidents, therefore, called on State Governments to find alternative places to serve as temporary camps for those internally displaced. Meanwhile, the General Assembly called on the Federal Gover…

…early sensitisation programmes in flood-prone communities before the commencement of the rainy season. It noted that the commission had also implemented several intervention projects in Gombe and Taraba states aimed at improving the welfare of residents and reducing ecological challenges associated with hydroelectric p…

…by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency over increased flood risks during the peak of the rainy season. In its latest flash flood advisory, NiMet warned that widespread rainfall expected during the first 10 days of July (July 1–10) could trigger flooding in 27 states across the country. The agency attributed the heighten…

…by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency over increased flood risks during the peak of the rainy season. In its latest flash flood advisory, NiMet warned that widespread rainfall expected during the first decade of July (July 1–10) could trigger flooding in 27 states across the country. The agency attributed the heightene…

…reducing transmission reliability and slowing maintenance work, particularly during the rainy season period between April and October. The Nigerian Meteorological Agency warned recently that many states across Nigeria, including Lagos and Osun, were at risk of flooding and advised residents and relevant authorities to…

…The forum urged governments and security agencies to protect farmers during the rainy season against insecurity and communal conflicts. It also pledged closer collaboration with traditional institutions, local governments and community leaders to promote peaceful coexistence and modernise agriculture. The forum further…

…agritech startup Farmsky Ventures spoke about agriculture, noting that a single failed rainy season can send shockwaves through farmers, processors, distributors, and lenders. Payment companies expanding across Africa quickly discover that moving money across borders is often easier than navigating the regulations arou…

…the period could trigger flooding across 27 states as the country enters the peak of the rainy season. In the advisory, NiMet attributed the heightened risk to the persistent rainfall experienced in June, which it said has left soils across much of the country unable to absorb additional precipitation. "Following wides…