Lagos govt demolishes structures blocking drainages in Langbasa, Orchid Road 

The demolition exercise was carried out by the Drainage Enforcement and Compliance Department of the Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources.

This operation is part of the state’s ongoing efforts to ensure the free flow of rainwater and reduce flooding risks in Eti-Osa and other parts of Lagos.

The update was announced by Tokunbo Wahab, Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, through a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday.

“Earlier today, the operatives of the Drainage Enforce and Compliance Department of the Ministry commenced removal of contraventions along Langbasa-Jehovah witness-Ramot Giwa drainage alignment, Langbasa, Eti-Osa LGA, and also contraventions along Orchid road,” Wahab’s post read in part.

The commissioner’s post was accompanied by two video clips showing a bulldozer tearing down structures, including perimeter fences, a standalone column, and a small building. Additionally, pictures shared in ... highlighted the aftermath of the demolition, revealing cleared areas where the contravening structures once stood.

The Lagos State Government has been actively demolishing structures that encroach on major drainage channels and their setbacks as part of its ongoing efforts to address the severe flooding problems affecting the state.

In October 2024, the government cleared obstructing structures along the drainage channel at Adeyinka Osijo Street, off Morohunfolu Street, Akoka, Yaba.

The Lagos State Government has repeatedly resolved to be steadfast in its efforts to launch further enforcement drives aimed at curbing the flooding menace and ensuring long-term flood prevention across the state.