Lagos Government Blames Influencers for False Flood Images

The Lagos State Government has accused social media influencers of circulating false images of floods, which misrepresent the actual conditions in the state. Tokunbo Wahab, a representative from the Lagos State Environmental Water Resources Commission, made these allegations in a post on Sunday.

He stated that the government has observed a trend of misleading flood images being shared online, which are falsely attributed to Lagos. Wahab expressed concern that individuals are using these images for political purposes, which could advance a destructive narrative about the state.

He highlighted that the government continues to monitor flood reports and responds to complaints through various channels. However, he criticized bloggers and influencers for deliberately sharing misleading information without regard for the genuine concerns of property owners affected by flooding, whose situations require urgent attention and intervention.

Wahab urged residents and stakeholders to verify information before publishing or sharing it, stressing that accurate information is essential to address environmental challenges effectively.