The Kano State Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has addressed reports of flooding across parts of Kano metropolis on Thursday, 4th September 2025, describing the event as a predictable consequence of climate change.
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According to a statement released by the Ministry, the heavy rainfall that hit Kano lasted over three hours in many areas, overwhelming the city’s drainage system. Rising global temperatures, which increase atmospheric moisture and contribute to prolonged downpours, were cited as a key factor. The Ministry also pointed to urban expansion, blocked waterways, and insufficient drainage infrastructure as contributors that worsened the flooding.
The Ministry emphasized that this trend is not unique to Kano, noting similar incidents in other Nigerian cities like Lagos, Calabar, and Abuja, as well as in major cities across Europe, the United States, and Asia, highlighting the global nature of climate-related challenges.
Efforts to reduce flood risk are already underway, the Ministry said. Prior to the rainy season, major drains were desilted, and self-help groups received tools to clear minor drainage channels. Measures are also being taken to improve waste management and restore natural buffers, including planting trees along key roads. A major drainage channel under construction at Babangwari roundabout is expected to handle more than half of the city’s runoff. The Ministry plans to propose a new drainage master plan for Kano metropolis in the 2026 budget.
Residents are urged to cooperate by disposing of waste properly and avoiding construction on waterways, as such actions exacerbate flooding and put lives and property at risk.
