The Lagos State Government has directed residents in low-lying and flood-prone communities to move to higher ground following a fresh seven-day flood alert by the Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency.

Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the government has intensified monitoring and urged residents not to wait for floodwaters before relocating.

Areas on alert include Eti-Osa, Lagos Island, Oke-Ira Nla in Ajah, Kirikiri, Ilaje Waterfront Jetty and Jetty Terminal B, with communities along the Ogun River also advised to remain vigilant through September 25.