Several areas of Lagos State were heavily impacted by flooding on Wednesday morning following a downpour that submerged streets and disrupted movement across the city.
Residents in the state on X reported difficulty leaving their homes and navigating major roads as floodwaters covered streets and blocked traffic.
In Ago Palace Way, including Apple Junction and Ago Bridge, as well as Mile 2, vehicles and motorcycles struggled to pass through the waterlogged roads, according to videos shared on social media.
One X user, JustOzed, posted, “Earlier today, September 23rd, 2025, after a heavy downpour, parts of Lagos, including Ago Palace Way (Apple Junction, Ago Bridge) and Mile 2, were flooded. I captured these scenes to show the reality we face every rainy season.”
The video shows floodwaters rising to cover gutters along the road, causing traffic congestion.
Residents highlighted both government and community responsibilities in addressing the flooding.
“The Lagos State Government has been working—clearing drains, expanding canals, and opening new water channels—but government efforts alone are not enough. We, the people, must do our part: stop dumping refuse in gutters, keep drainage paths free of blockage, obey urban planning rules. If we all cooperate, flooding can be drastically reduced. Let’s protect our city and make Lagos a true Centre of Excellence,” JustOzed added.
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