The Lagos State Government has told people living in low-lying parts of Lekki, Ikorodu, and Ajegunle to leave their homes and move to safer areas because of rising flood threats.
Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, gave the warning while speaking on Channels TV’s *Politics Today* on Tuesday.
Wahab said the warning covers people in Ajilete area of Ajegunle, Majidu in Ikorodu, and some sections along the Lekki corridor.
“Those around the Ajilete axis of Lagos, that’s Ajegunle, they have to move. Those around the coastline of Ikorodu; Majidu, have to move. Some areas around the Lekki corridor, too, not all,” he said.
He explained that Lagos is a coastal city and more exposed to flooding caused by climate change. According to him, predictions by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency show that Lagos may get more rainfall in 2025 than in previous years.
“For those who stay in the lowland of Lagos, they have to move to the upland pending when the rain recedes,” he said.
He added that places like Epe, Mushin, and Ikeja are currently safe, but residents in Isheri, especially around the OPIC axis, should remain on alert.
The warning followed heavy rains between Sunday night and Monday evening that left many roads and homes flooded. Viral videos shared online showed cars submerged, houses filled with water, and roads blocked across different parts of the state.
Wahab urged residents to stay calm, saying the government was working hard to clear drainages and widen flood channels to reduce the impact.
