The mother of 13-year-old Adekunle Emmanuella Ige, who was allegedly swept away by floodwaters on Monday evening in Umuahia, Abia State, has appealed to government agencies and residents for help in locating her daughter. According to the Daily Post, the teenager disappeared after being sent on an errand by a relative of her mother, during which she reportedly fell into the flood. A search for the missing girl is ongoing as her family seeks assistance from the public.

A 12-year-old girl identified only as Ella was allegedly swept away by floodwater in the Agbama area of Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria, according to the Daily Post. The incident reportedly occurred around 7pm on Monday during a five-hour downpour, sparking anxiety among local residents. Reports indicate the girl had been sent on an errand during the heavy rain when she was carried away by the flood.

Umar Mohammed, the Director General of the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA), stated that the recent severe floods in Lagos State and other areas were anticipated. He warned that more heavy rains and floodwaters are expected to continue for up to 12 weeks.

The federal government has issued a warning regarding potential flooding in Nigeria, identifying 1,402 communities across 28 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) that are at risk between July 5 and July 18, 2026. This information was released in the latest Flood Prediction Advisory.

A teenage boy has died in a Kaduna community following an incident that allegedly started over a missing ₦5,000 during a routine errand. The community is now in mourning after the sudden death of the boy, which has raised concerns about the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Sixteen pupils, aged between 15 and 18, died in a dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls' School last month. In response, Kenyan authorities have announced plans to charge students with murder in connection to the incident, according to BBC World.