Flood claims 236 lives across 27 states and FCT in 2025, thousands displaced

‎At least 236 people have died in floods affecting 27 Nigerian states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) this year, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) reports.
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‎The floods have caused severe destruction, impacting over 409,000 people and displacing nearly 136,000 residents across 117 Local Government Areas.
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‎Homes, farmlands, and livelihoods have been damaged, leaving communities struggling to recover. Niger State recorded the highest death toll with 163 fatalities, followed by Adamawa with 59. Other states reporting deaths include Taraba (5), Sokoto (3), Jigawa (2), Yobe (2), Gombe (1), and Borno (1).
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‎NEMA’s report also notes 115 people remain missing, with 826 injured so far. Among those affected, children account for 188,118, while women are 125,307, men 77,423, elderly people 18,866, and persons with disabilities 2,418.
‎Adamawa has the largest displaced population at 23,077, while Lagos, Akwa Ibom, and Taraba have also seen thousands forced from their homes.
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‎NEMA continues close monitoring and works with state governments and humanitarian agencies to coordinate rescue operations and aid distribution. Authorities urge citizens to stay vigilant as the rainy season persists.
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