The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling flooding. It is restoring drainage rights-of-way and building stronger infrastructure across the city.
4.2km Drainage Project in Progress
Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made this known during a tour of a 4.2km drainage project in Ikeja and Kosofe.
He said the project, awarded in 2024, will be completed in phases. The Sheraton to Ojota stretch is already 45% done.
The entire project should be ready in 24 months.
New System to Channel Water
The 25-meter trapezoidal drain will carry water under the new Maryland bridge.
Wahab noted that residents have praised the impact of year-round canal cleaning and dredging.
Focus on Ogudu Section
He highlighted the Ogudu sheet piling as the most critical section.
Contractors have been told to bring all sheet piles on-site before installation.
The Odo Iyalaro (System 1) has three legs—from Ogba, behind Sheraton, and a third joining at Maryland.
Side roads will also be built by the Ministry of Infrastructure.
Warnings on Encroachment and Waste
Wahab warned residents to stop building on drainage paths.
He said the government will take action when needed.
He also directed that houses creating illegal dump sites in Ogudu be served notices.
“We don’t want to wake up to a new dumpsite,” he said.
Conclusion
Lagos is working to reduce flooding through better drainage systems.
The government urges residents to follow environmental rules and support the efforts.
