Residents in Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial and mega city, have been battling with flood following the recent torrential rain that left many families homeless for days.
Lagos, tagged as Centre of Excellence, worn sombre looks in recent times no thanks to the torrential rains, particularly, that of Wednesday, June 26 and Wednesday, July 3, 2024.
The rains left people in misery and lamentation as many residents in Ikoyi, Lekki, Ago Palace, Amuwo-Odofin, Satellite Town, Ojo, Ikotun, Egbeda, Surulere and Iyana-Oba areas of Lagos were sacked from their residences.
Schools in White Sand Estate, Isheri-Osun in the Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, have closed their doors, advising students to stay at home as heavy rains and subsequent flooding have disrupted activities.
White Sand Estate is one of the hardest-hit locations in Lagos, frequently experiencing severe flooding.
Wednesday’s downpour rendered homes flooded, with water reaching mid-level heights inside residences.
This severe flooding has left many residents trapped, unable to even sit down as their living spaces are submerged.
