The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has issued a new flood alert for Lagos State, marking Badagry and 14 other local government areas as moderate-risk zones as the rainy season intensifies nationwide.
In a public statement shared on its official X account on Tuesday, NEMA urged residents in at-risk areas to take prompt precautionary steps to mitigate potential flooding, particularly in low-lying and inadequately drained neighborhoods.
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The affected local government areas in Lagos include Agege, Ajeromi-Ifelodun, Alimosho, Amuwo-Odofin, Apapa, Badagry, Epe, Eti-Osa, Ibeju-Lekki, Ifako-Ijaiye, Ikeja, Ikorodu, Kosofe, Lagos Island, and Lagos Mainland.
NEMA advised residents to clear obstructed drainage systems, refrain from traversing floodwaters, and relocate from riverfront areas when necessary. The agency also reminded the public to stay vigilant and monitor official weather and emergency notifications throughout the rainy season.
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“Act Now, Stay Safe,” NEMA emphasized, highlighting that proactive measures are crucial for preventing loss of life and property during flooding events.
Residents are encouraged to report any emergencies via the agency’s toll-free hotline, 0800CALLNEMA (0800 2255 6362).
This latest alert comes amid forecasts of heightened rainfall across southern Nigeria, leading to concerns over severe flooding in urban and semi-urban areas that are already struggling with inadequate drainage and rising water levels.
