Environment
Flooding paralyzes road in Lagos after heavy rainfall
Written By: Abdullahi Izuagbe
12 Sep 2025 03:46 PM
Lagos, Nigeria – Heavy rainfall on September 10th has left Adeshiyan Road in Ilupeju, Lagos State, submerged in floodwaters, causing significant disruption to residents and local businesses.
The flooding has stranded families, halted movement, and highlighted the ongoing infrastructural challenges faced by Lagosians.
The video footage, shared by @MonITNG on X, captures the severity of the situation. Streets are inundated, with water levels reaching several feet, making it nearly impossible for residents to access their homes.
Vehicles are seen struggling through the floodwaters, while pedestrians wade through the deluge.
In a detailed post accompanying the video, @MonITNG addressed Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, urging immediate action to address the chronic flooding issues plaguing the city.
The post emphasized the recurring nature of such incidents, attributing them to blocked drainage systems and inadequate urban planning.
"Lagos is a state with one of the highest internally generated revenues (IGR) in Nigeria. Month after month, billions are collected, yet the everyday lives of residents tell a different story," the post read.
It called for a state of emergency on the blocked drainage systems and stricter enforcement against illegal waste dumping, which exacerbates the flooding.
The flooding on Adeshiyan Road is part of a broader problem affecting multiple areas of Lagos, including Surulere, Mushin, and Ajah.
Recent reports and studies, such as those from the Pulitzer Center and Frontiers, have highlighted the city's vulnerability to flooding due to inadequate drainage infrastructure and poor waste management practices.
The 2022–2023 flood event, which caused significant damage and displacement, serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for systemic change.
Lagos State Government officials have yet to issue a formal response to the latest incident, but residents are demanding accountability and swift action to prevent future occurrences.
The continuous cycle of flooding during the rainy season underscores the pressing need for improved urban planning, regular maintenance of drainage systems, and community education on waste disposal.
As Lagosians grapple with the aftermath of this latest flood, the call for sustainable solutions grows louder.
The city's resilience against such natural disasters remains a critical test of its governance and infrastructure development.
The flooding has stranded families, halted movement, and highlighted the ongoing infrastructural challenges faced by Lagosians.
The video footage, shared by @MonITNG on X, captures the severity of the situation. Streets are inundated, with water levels reaching several feet, making it nearly impossible for residents to access their homes.
Vehicles are seen struggling through the floodwaters, while pedestrians wade through the deluge.
In a detailed post accompanying the video, @MonITNG addressed Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, urging immediate action to address the chronic flooding issues plaguing the city.
The post emphasized the recurring nature of such incidents, attributing them to blocked drainage systems and inadequate urban planning.
"Lagos is a state with one of the highest internally generated revenues (IGR) in Nigeria. Month after month, billions are collected, yet the everyday lives of residents tell a different story," the post read.
It called for a state of emergency on the blocked drainage systems and stricter enforcement against illegal waste dumping, which exacerbates the flooding.
The flooding on Adeshiyan Road is part of a broader problem affecting multiple areas of Lagos, including Surulere, Mushin, and Ajah.
Recent reports and studies, such as those from the Pulitzer Center and Frontiers, have highlighted the city's vulnerability to flooding due to inadequate drainage infrastructure and poor waste management practices.
The 2022–2023 flood event, which caused significant damage and displacement, serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for systemic change.
Lagos State Government officials have yet to issue a formal response to the latest incident, but residents are demanding accountability and swift action to prevent future occurrences.
The continuous cycle of flooding during the rainy season underscores the pressing need for improved urban planning, regular maintenance of drainage systems, and community education on waste disposal.
As Lagosians grapple with the aftermath of this latest flood, the call for sustainable solutions grows louder.
The city's resilience against such natural disasters remains a critical test of its governance and infrastructure development.
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