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Flooding
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Rubbish and Rains: The Consequence of Waste Mismanagement in Lagos
Indiscriminate waste dumping and poor drainage maintenance are worsening flood disasters in Lagos, creating a cycle of public health risks and property damage that demands urgent government and citizen action.
Delta flood leaves commercial motorcyclist dead in Agbor
A commercial motorcyclist in Agbor, Delta State, died after attempting to recover his vehicle from a flooded drainage channel following heavy rainfall.
Toddler perishes in Calabar flash flood
A one-year-old girl died after heavy rainfall flooded her family's home in Calabar, Cross River State, prompting residents to demand better infrastructure to prevent future disasters.
Ibeju-Lekki Administration Shuts Down Bogije Dredging Site Following Major Flooding
Ibeju-Lekki Chairman Abdullahi Sesan Olowa has ordered the immediate shutdown of a dredging site in Bogije after heavy rains triggered severe flooding in local neighborhoods.
Lagos State defends flood management strategy, discourages political rhetoric
Lagos Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab says ongoing drainage and environmental interventions have lessened flood impacts, dismissing recent public criticism as politically motivated.
Persistent Rainfall Triggers Widespread Flooding Across Multiple Nigerian States
Relentless rainfall has caused widespread flooding across several Nigerian states, destroying homes, businesses, and farmlands while raising concerns ahead of the peak rainy season.
Government agency warns of worsening floods in Lagos over next 12 weeks
NiHSA warns that the current floods in Lagos are only the beginning, with conditions likely to deteriorate through September as urban, riverine, and coastal flooding collide.
Lagos Government Urges Critics to Avoid Politicizing Flood Mitigation Efforts
Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment, Tokunbo Wahab, defends the administration's flood control measures, calling for an end to the politicization of environmental challenges while outlining plans for improved drainage and waste infrastructure.
Ekiti NUJ advocates for urgent flood defense and building regulations
The Ekiti State NUJ is urging both government and citizens to prevent flooding by clearing drainage systems and halting construction on waterways.
TCN Re-energizes Lagos Power Infrastructure After Flood Damage
TCN has restored electrical power to parts of Lagos following the successful repair of a flooded 60MVA transformer at the Oworonshoki substation.