The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA) has issued a warning regarding a medium risk of severe flooding in 14 states between July 14 and July 20, 2026. This advisory, released by Director-General Arc. Umar Mohammed, follows indications of potential inland flooding along major river channels due to ongoing heavy rainfall.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Affected States: The 14 states at medium flood risk are Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Benue, Borno, Cross River, Edo, Enugu, Imo, Kaduna, Lagos, Niger, and Plateau.

• High-Risk Locations: Additionally, 16 hydrological monitoring stations have been identified as high-risk, indicating a potential for rising water levels in those specific areas.

• Potential Impact: Communities in these states, along with public infrastructure such as markets, schools, and healthcare facilities, could be affected if proactive measures are not taken.

• Call to Action: NiHSA has urged state governments, emergency management agencies, and residents in vulnerable communities to take these early warnings seriously.

• Recommended Preparedness: Authorities are advised to strengthen early warning systems, intensify public awareness campaigns, and activate evacuation plans where necessary to help minimize the loss of life and property.

• Annual Planning: The Director-General noted that the agency releases an Annual Flood Outlook each year to provide risk analysis and help government bodies plan for and mitigate the impacts of flooding throughout the rainy season.

Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, has commended President Bola Tinubu for his dedication to the reconstruction of the Southeast region. According to Soludo, the President is working to heal the wounds of the civil war through the implementation of various infrastructure projects.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Project Approvals: Following a meeting between the two leaders on July 1, President Tinubu approved the dualization of two major road networks for “design and procurement”.

• Infrastructure Details: The approved projects are the 108-kilometre Otuocha–Anam–Abaji road and the 150-kilometre Oba–Nnewi–Uga–Ihube road, which connects Anambra and Imo states to the Enugu-Port Harcourt Road.

• Rapid Response: After Governor Soludo requested the road constructions, Minister of Works David Umahi contacted him the following day for project details, leading to the President’s approval within a few days.

• Significance: Governor Soludo described the roads as “critical game-changers” for the Southeast, South-South, and North Central regions.

• Collaborative Governance: Highlighting the importance of building alliances to improve citizens’ lives, Soludo expressed his appreciation for the President’s commitment to delivering concrete results.

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Activists Randy Peter and Precious Oruche, widely known as Mama Pee, were released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) shortly after midnight on Wednesday following an 11-hour interrogation session at the agency’s Abuja headquarters. The pair had arrived at the facility around 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15, to honor an invitation.

• Release and Follow-up: After their release, the activists were instructed to return to the EFCC office on Thursday, July 16, for further questioning.

• Confirmation: The update regarding their release was provided by their colleague, Justice Crack, who had accompanied them to the headquarters and posted about the situation on his handle.

• Public Concern: Prior to their release, there was significant anxiety on social media regarding the activists’ whereabouts, with reports from others, including photographer Esther Umoh, highlighting that they had not yet been released after several hours inside.

• Status of Investigation: As of the time of the report, the EFCC has not provided an official statement regarding the reasons for the invitation, nor has the commission disclosed the nature of the investigation.