FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ANAMBRA STATE GOVERNMENT
Ministry of Information and Value Reformation &
Ministry of Environment
The Government of Anambra State has issued a flood alert to all residents following a forecast by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMET), which listed Anambra as one of the states likely to experience above-normal flooding this year due to its location within the delta belt.
The government, while assuring that proactive steps are being taken to mitigate the impact of the anticipated flooding, calls on Ndi Anambra to prioritise personal and collective safety throughout the rainy season.
Residents are therefore strongly advised to:
1. Remain vigilant and take the NiMET prediction seriously throughout the rainy season;
2. Avoid unnecessary movements during heavy downpours, whether on foot or by vehicle; and
3. Take all necessary precautionary measures to ensure personal safety, including relocating from flood-prone areas where necessary and seeking help promptly during emergencies.
Government reiterates its commitment to safeguarding lives and property and solicits maximum cooperation from the public.
Law Mefor, PhD
Commissioner for Information and Value Reformatation
Dr Clem Aguiyi
Commissioner for Environment
Anambra State
September 22, 2026
