Nigerian government puts states on flood alert ahead of rainy season
epa10746557 People paddle canoes through the lagoon at Makoko urban fishing community in the Ebutte Metta district of Lagos, Nigeria, 14 July 2023. Nigeria's federal government has warned that heavy rainfall expected for later in the year may cause flooding in 13-14 states and several communities prone to water. They are calling for local actions to mitigate the impact. EPA/Akintunde Akinleye
