Weather Alert: Thunderstorms, Flooding to Sweep Nigeria June 3–5
Byline: IDNN Climate, Weather Desk
Abuja — The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a high-risk three-day thunderstorm and rainfall advisory for 20 Nigerian states, warning of strong winds, lightning, flash floods, and dangerous driving conditions from Tuesday, June 3 to Thursday, June 5, 2025.
The agency’s forecast indicates an increase in moisture influx from the Atlantic Ocean, fueling violent weather systems expected to sweep through central, southern, and northeastern regions.
“We urge citizens to remain indoors where possible, avoid flooded roads, and unplug electrical devices during storms,” the statement read.
States Under Threat
The advisory affects the following 20 states:
Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Ekiti, Osun, Ondo, Kwara, Kogi, Niger, Nasarawa, Abuja FCT, Plateau, Taraba, Benue, Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa, Enugu, Ebonyi, and Cross River.
These areas are expected to experience:
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Heavy rain with thunderclaps
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Flash flooding in urban zones
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Falling trees and power line damage
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Visibility drop for motorists and flights
NiMet warned that Abuja, Lagos, and Port Harcourt could see especially severe activity by Wednesday night.
Emergency Agencies on Standby
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has acknowledged the alert and activated contingency protocols, including:
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Deployment of early warning SMS alerts
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Coordination with state disaster units and road safety corps
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Liaison with telecoms to distribute rainfall intensity zones
Citizens are advised to:
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Avoid outdoor activities during thundercloud buildup
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Clear blocked drainages
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Report fallen trees, poles, or blocked roads immediately
📸 Graphic Caption: NiMet’s 3-day weather alert spans 20 states, with flash floods, thunderstorms, and strong winds expected to disrupt life from June 3 to 5.
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🔍 IDNN SAFETY ANALYSIS
Rain, Risk, and Reality — Why Nigeria’s Weather Warnings Demand More Urgency
👉 Why It Matters:
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Urban flooding killed over 600 Nigerians in 2022.
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Many still ignore NiMet alerts due to lack of enforcement, trust, or awareness.
👉 What’s Changing:
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NiMet is now using AI-driven rainfall prediction tools integrated with GSM alerts.
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But response capacity remains poor, especially in rural zones and flood-prone slums.
👉 Public Safety Depends On…
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Stronger public education on weather risks
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State compliance with drainage laws
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Fast media dissemination like IDNN’s digital bulletins
🗣️ Bottom Line: The warning’s out — but without community action, it may be just more thunder with no shelter.