The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has called for urgent government intervention in Adamawa State due to worsening flood conditions in the area.

Increased water levels and floods have submerged communities in the state, according to NEMA, which stated this in a statement on its official Twitter account on Saturday. The agency stressed that the situation is dire and requires immediate attention.

It is asking the federal government for assistance in providing relief to the affected communities and preventing further damage.

The statement reads, "Following the downpour on October 6 and the gradual release of water from Lagdo dam in the Cameroon Republic, massive floods and increased water levels have led to the submerging of farmlands and houses.

"So far in Adamawa, riverine communities have been submerged, and the level of damage is yet to be fully assessed as the floods have forced thousands of people from their homes and are currently taking shelter in Limawa Primary School, Gwadabawa Secondary School, Gidan Gona Warehouse in Yola North, and AA Namtari Primary School in Yola South.

"While some of the displaced persons have been living with relatives in the host communities, the situation has subjected the displaced population to a serious humanitarian situation, and they need federal intervention."