The Lekki Chapter of the Neo-Black Movement (NBM) of Africa has called on the Lagos State Government to urgently tackle the recurring flooding crisis in the Lekki area, which it described as a yearly menace threatening lives, property, and businesses.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the chapter’s president, Mr. Erauyi Agbon-Ifo, lamented that flooding in Lekki had become a “perennial disaster” that costs residents millions of naira annually.
“Families are forced to rebuild their lives and businesses year after year,” Agbon-Ifo said. “It is important for government, private organisations, and community groups to work together to find lasting solutions.”
He noted that residents, as law-abiding and tax-paying citizens, deserved compensation for their recurring losses. To this end, the NBM called for the establishment of a formal compensation and insurance framework for flood victims.
The group also urged the Lagos State Government to prioritise the construction of effective drainage systems, expansion of stormwater channels, and maintenance of existing flood control infrastructure.
Agbon-Ifo cited Rivers State as an example of a coastal region that effectively manages rainfall and stormwater, arguing that Lekki’s flooding challenges stem largely from poor urban planning and inadequate intervention.
The NBM further recommended sustained public awareness campaigns on waste management, flood prevention, and climate adaptation strategies to reduce future risks.
In solidarity, the movement commiserated with families affected by the latest floods and pledged continued advocacy to amplify their voices before policymakers.
Coinciding with Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, the group urged political leaders to demonstrate true leadership through proactive policies that safeguard citizens’ welfare and secure Lagos’s economic future.
