Lagos Govt units up momentary pumping stations in Lagos Island to ease storm water build-up 

This was disclosed by the Lagos State Commissioner for the Setting and Water Assets, Tokunbo Wahab, by way of a submit on his official X (previously Twitter) account on Thursday.

In keeping with Wahab, the intervention adopted studies of flooding and different inconveniences skilled by residents in areas reminiscent of Aroloya Avenue, Ojo-Giwa, Binuyo, and Oroyinyin.

He famous that the momentary measure is geared toward offering aid whereas ongoing development and regeneration works proceed within the space.

“Following studies of the inconveniences being skilled by residents of Aroloya Avenue, Ojo-Giwa, Binuyo, Oroyinyin and different areas in Lagos Island, the Lagos State authorities has arrange pumping stations within the space to pump out the storm water and relieve residents and enterprise house owners within the space,” Wahab’s submit learn partially.

The submit was accompanied by two footage and a video clip. The pictures confirmed streets submerged in black, stagnant water, whereas the video captured the pumping operation in motion, with massive hoses visibly draining water from the flooded areas into a close-by canal.

Wahab reaffirmed the federal government’s dedication to tackling flood dangers on Lagos Island, noting that the momentary pumps are a part of a broader regeneration plan of Lagos Island involving drainage enlargement, good pumping programs, and highway reconstruction.

He urged residents to cooperate with contractors, eliminate waste correctly, and stay affected person as the federal government works to finish the challenge swiftly.

What you must know  

Flooding stays a recurring problem in Lagos, pushed by elements reminiscent of poor waste disposal practices, unlawful buildings, and insufficient drainage infrastructure. In response, the Lagos State Authorities has intensified its efforts via stricter enforcement, sustained public consciousness campaigns, and vital infrastructure upgrades.

• Central to those efforts is the Drainage Enforcement and Compliance (DEC) Division below the Ministry of the Setting and Water Assets. The division is liable for clearing obstructions, guaranteeing regulatory compliance, and sensitising residents on the significance of sustaining clear and purposeful drainage programs.
• On the Seasonal Local weather Prediction (SCP) briefing held in March 2025, the Commissioner for the Setting and Water Assets, Tokunbo Wahab, warned that the state is predicted to expertise above-normal rainfall this 12 months—averaging 1,936mm, which surpasses the long-term common. He famous that this heightened rainfall might set off flash floods, disrupt business exercise, endanger lives and property, worsen site visitors congestion, and delay flight operations.

To mitigate these dangers, the federal government has intensified the demolition of unlawful buildings obstructing main drainage channels and is now actively pumping water from flood-prone areas, guaranteeing unimpeded water circulate and lowering the probability of flooding throughout the state.