Lagos Commissioner Critiques Politicization of Flooding

Tokunbo Wahab, the Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, accused critics of politicizing the recent flooding in Lagos. During an inspection of drainage channels in flood-prone areas, including Oniru and Chevron Drive, he insisted on ongoing government interventions to reduce the impact of heavy rainfall, despite the challenges posed by climate change.

Wahab noted improvements in drainage management, particularly around Chevron Drive, where encroachments had previously obstructed water flow. He highlighted the government's commitment to addressing illegal land reclamation projects and enhancing waste management systems.

Wahab stated that the state government plans to deploy an additional 140 to 150 waste compactors to improve waste disposal and recovery efforts. He reiterated the importance of collaboration with local government councils to execute projects effectively, emphasizing that the government is focused on citizen welfare and infrastructure development.