Lagos Sounds Fresh Flood Alarm, Orders Residents in Vulnerable Communities to Move to Higher Ground

The Lagos State Government has issued a fresh warning to residents living in low-lying, riverine, coastal and other flood-prone communities, directing them to move to safer and higher ground as the state faces increased flood risks. The warning followed a seven-day flood alert issued by the Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA), covering September 19 to…

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Lagos Downpour Paralyses Business Activities as Floods Submerge Vehicles, Leave Motorists Stranded

Commercial and economic activities were disrupted across several parts of Lagos on Monday July 13 after a torrential rainfall triggered widespread flooding, leaving motorists, commuters and residents stranded while causing severe traffic congestion on major roads across the state. Global Mirror News gathered that the worst-hit locations included Ikoyi, Lekki, Victoria Island and Oworonshoki, where…

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Lagos Flooded as Torrential Rain Submerges Homes, Knocks Out Power, Disrupts Movement

Hours of heavy rainfall on Tuesday left several communities across Lagos State under water, flooding homes and major roads, disrupting traffic, and causing electricity outages after critical power infrastructure was affected. The widespread flooding impacted communities including FESTAC, Gbagada, Ikeja, Ajah, Victoria Island, Lekki, Mushin, Mafoluku, Evans, Olushi, Anikantamo, Adeniji Adele, and other parts of…

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