Heavy rainfall has triggered widespread flooding across several parts of Lagos State, leaving major roads, homes and businesses submerged as residents grapple with another round of disruptions during the rainy season.

The flooding, which followed intense downpours in late June 2026, affected communities including Lekki, Gbagada, Iyana Ipaja, Ikeja, Maryland, Mushin, Ogudu, Oshodi, Agege, Alimosho and Obalende, while sections of major highways also became impassable.

Roads and homes submerged

Several motorists were stranded as floodwaters overtook key roads, forcing commuters to abandon their vehicles or trek through flooded streets. In Ajiran, Lekki, floodwaters entered residential buildings, leaving many families counting their losses.

Residents also reported business disruptions as shops remained inaccessible in some of the affected communities.

Watch one of the scenes from the flooding here:

Why Lagos keeps flooding

Lagos has continued to experience seasonal flooding because of its low-lying coastal location, rapid urbanisation, inadequate drainage infrastructure and blocked waterways.

Environmental experts have also linked the situation to increasing rainfall intensity driven by changing climate patterns, while illegal developments on floodplains have worsened water flow in several parts of the state.

Officials noted that rainfall recorded so far this year has already reached between 700mm and 900mm, with forecasts suggesting even heavier rains before the end of the rainy season.

Government urges residents to remain cautious

The Lagos State Government has repeatedly appealed to residents to avoid dumping refuse into drainage channels and to stay away from flood-prone areas during periods of heavy rainfall.

Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, has previously said the government is carrying out continuous drainage desilting and investing in flood control infrastructure, although many residents insist more needs to be done.

Despite ongoing interventions, the latest flooding has renewed concerns over the city’s preparedness as more rainfall is expected in the coming weeks.

Another video showing the flooding can be viewed here: