Lagos flooding: Ibeju-Lekki orders immediate closure of Bogije dredging site

The Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, has ordered the immediate shutdown of a dredging site in Bogije Community following severe flooding caused by its overflow after days of persistent rainfall.

The directive, according to the council, is intended to protect lives and property while preventing further damage to the affected community.

The recent downpour, which has continued across parts of Lagos State, caused the dredging site to overflow, triggering widespread flooding in Bogije Community.

The floodwaters reportedly inundated several residential buildings and business premises, leaving many residents counting their losses.

Videos showing the extent of the flooding and the plight of affected residents have circulated widely on social media, with members of the community calling on the local government for urgent intervention.

Responding to the situation, the council identified the immediate closure of the dredging site as a necessary measure to halt further flooding and reduce the risk of additional damage.

Chairman Olowa assured residents that the local government was fully aware of the challenges confronting the community and remained committed to protecting the lives and welfare of those affected.

He further stated that additional measures were being implemented to address the flooding, mitigate its impact and prevent similar incidents in the future.

The local government also appealed to residents to remain calm and cooperate with relevant officials as assessment, emergency response and remediation efforts continue across the affected areas.