Those around the Ajilete axis of Lagos, that’s Ajegunle, they have to move. Those around the coastline of Ikorodu; Majidun, have to move. Some areas around the Lekki corridor, too, not all.
Lagos State Government has issued an urgent warning to residents in flood-prone areas across Lekki, Ikorodu, and Ajegunle, advising temporary relocation to higher ground due to flash flooding risks.
The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made the appeal during a televised interview, citing forecasts of intensified rainfall this year. He stated: “Those around the Ajilete axis of Lagos, that’s Ajegunle, they have to move. Those around the coastline of Ikorodu; Majidun, have to move. Some areas around the Lekki corridor, too, not all.”
He added, “For those who stay in the lowland of Lagos, they have to move to the upland pending when the rain recedes.”
Wahab also noted that locations such as Epe, Mushin, and Ikeja are expected to remain safe. He appealed for public cooperation as the state intensifies drainage clearance and expands flood channels. The warning follows recent heavy rainfall that left several roads and homes flooded across the state.