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The study examined the impacts of flooding on residents of the Niger Delta Region. It employed cross-sectional and descriptive research designs using six from the nine states of the region. A multistage random sampling technique was used to determine the sample frame, followed by simple random sampling to select three communities from each chosen Local Government Area (LGA). A sample size of 500 respondents was served questionnaires. Both primary and secondary data was utilized. This research identified both direct and indirect impacts of flooding, such as the destruction of farmlands, crops, and produce; loss of trees and vegetation; damage to homes; fatalities; loss of domestic and wild animals; destruction of properties and infrastructure; environmental pollution ; health issues and emotional distress; loss of income; and disruption of the school calendar. Conversely, the study also observed benefits of flooding: increased fish stocks, enhanced soil nutrients, and improved navigation between coastal communities. Thus, flooding can potentially benefit agro-businesses and promote wealth creation. The study recommend that governments, agencies, and NGOs provide sustainable relief and assistance following flood events, such as soft loans, agricultural tools and machines, seedlings and fertilizers, building materials, financial grants, and educational resources. It suggests establishing and operationalizing State Emergency Management Agencies (SEMA) and Local Emergency Response Committees (LERC) in all states and L.G.As. Key words: Flooding, Vulnerability, Multistage random sampling, Environmental pollution, Agro-Business