Heavy rainfall that lasted for several hours has caused widespread flooding across major parts of Lagos, leaving roads submerged, houses flooded, and thousands of residents stranded.
The downpour, which began late Sunday and continued into Monday, disrupted movement across the state and brought business activities to a near standstill in several areas.
POLITICS NIGERIA gathered that many residents woke up to flooded streets and overflowing drainage channels as water levels rose rapidly in several communities.
Some of the worst-hit areas include Lekki, Victoria Island, Oshodi, Ikeja, Agege, Gbagada, Oworonsoki, Yaba, Oyingbo, Maryland, Ojota, and parts of Ikorodu Road. Major roads, including Lagos-Oshodi Expressway, Abeokuta Expressway, and Lekki-Epe Expressway, became difficult to access due to heavy flooding.
The flood also affected residential buildings, with several homes taking in water. In some areas, residents were seen scooping water out of their homes in an effort to protect their belongings.
Vehicular movement was heavily disrupted as floodwaters covered
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