If you live in Lagos, this is one message you cannot afford to ignore. The Lagos State Government has sounded the alarm, ordering residents in 13 flood-prone and low-lying communities to pack up and move to higher ground — and they mean business.
This directive comes on the heels of a fresh seven-day flood alert issued by the Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), signalling that serious flooding could be imminent across several parts of the state.
Why This Warning Is Serious Business
Anyone who has witnessed the kind of flooding that has swallowed streets, damaged properties, and displaced families in Lagos knows this is not a “manage it and see” situation. From Surulere to Ajah, Lagosians have seen firsthand how quickly floodwaters can turn a normal neighbourhood into a disaster zone.
With the rainy season in full swing and water levels in surrounding rivers and drainage systems already rising, authorities are not taking chances this time around.
The 13 Communities Under Evacuation Order
Residents in the following flood-prone and low-lying areas have been directed to relocate immediately:
(Full list as released by the Lagos State Government)
1. To be updated with full community list
> If your community is on this list, please do not wait. Move now.
What You Should Do Right Now
Whether your area is on the list or not, here are practical steps every Lagosian should take:
– 📦 Pack essential documents — WAEC certificates, NIN slips, property papers, passports
– 💊 Secure medications and first aid supplies
– 📱 Keep your phone charged and stay connected to reliable news sources
– 🏠 Check on elderly neighbours and relatives who may need help evacuating
– 🚗 Move vehicles to elevated ground if possible
– 💧 Store clean drinking water in case supply is disrupted
A Word to Those Who Think “It Won’t Reach My Area”
Many Lagosians have made the costly mistake of underestimating flood warnings. The truth is, when the government issues an evacuation order, it is not to cause panic — it is because the data and ground realities demand urgent action.
Do not let pride or the inconvenience of relocating cost you your property, your health, or worse — your life.
Stay Informed
The Lagos State Government has urged residents to monitor updates from:
– Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA)
– Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet)
– Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA)
If you found this information useful, share it with your family and friends on WhatsApp and other platforms. One share could save a life. Stay safe, Lagos! 🙏
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