Lagos State Begins Demolition of Illegal Structures Blocking Drainages in mainland to Prevent Flooding

The Lagos State Government has commenced the demolition of unauthorized structures obstructing drainage systems and canals within the System 1 Drainage channel in Arowojobe Estate, Mende, Maryland.

This operation, which began on Friday, is being conducted by the Drainage Enforcement and Compliance team from the Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, in partnership with security agencies. The goal is to mitigate the risk of flooding in the area.

Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, shared this update through a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday. The post included videos showing bulldozers removing buildings, such as duplexes and fences, that were blocking the drainage pathway.

"Officers from the Drainage Enforcement and Compliance Department, alongside security personnel, continued enforcement actions by removing structures obstructing drainages and canals along the System 1 Drainage Channel in Arowojobe Estate. This is part of comprehensive efforts to address the persistent issue of flooding in the area," the tweet stated.

This clearance activity underscores the government's dedication to effective flood prevention and management.