- The World Bank assessed waste management issues in Lagos, noting that the Lagos State Waste Management Authority manages the city's waste collection system.
- Poor drainage and canal blockage cause recurring flooding in Lagos.
- Severe flooding overwhelms city infrastructure and services in Lagos.
- Flooding affects communities in Ikorodu and encroachment is occurring around the Lekki axis.
Flooding in Ikoyi highlights infrastructure deficits.
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Updated Sep 3
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What happened
Flooding in Ikoyi highlights infrastructure deficits.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Nigeria
sovereign state in West Africa
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Ikoyi
neighbourhood of Lagos, Nigeria, located in Eti-Osa Local Government Area
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- Government policies are improving infrastructure connecting Nigerian cities.
- The government is investing in infrastructure projects aimed at connecting all riverine communities to boost economic potential.