Floods: Lagos threatens to shut sites dumping waste on roads

Author: Olasunkanmi AkoniPublished on: October 18, 2026Country: Nigeria

Environment & Climate

Floods: Lagos threatens to shut sites dumping waste on roads

The Lagos State Government has threatened to shut construction sites and impose heavy penalties on firms dumping building materials on roads and drainage channels, worsening flood risks. After an inspection on Lagos Island, Environment and Water Resources Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab also said shanties along public rights of way would be removed. The ministry is investigating unusual flooding in Victoria Garden City and has asked waste agency LAWMA to submit a roadmap addressing its infrastructure needs. Rehabilitation of the Lekki-Epe Expressway is expected to take 35 days and will be carried out in phases.

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