Nigeria: Why Cameroon’s Lagdo Dam Releases Cause Devastating Floods in Nigeria

The release of water from Cameroon’s Lagdo Dam has been a major concern in Nigeria for years, as it directly impacts states along the River Benue.

On Tuesday, September 17, 2024, the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) announced the controlled release of water from the dam, which is aimed to prevent flooding in Nigerian communities.

NIHSA Director-General Umar Mohammed explained that the water release would start at 100 cubic meters per second, gradually increasing based on inflow from…