The Federal Government will seek compensation for businesses and properties abandoned by Nigerians returning from South Africa under its voluntary evacuation programme, according to Daily Trust.

Acting High Commissioner Alexander Ajayi disclosed this on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, stating that the government has begun documenting assets left behind by returnees.

Meanwhile, 271 Nigerians arrived in Lagos on Tuesday aboard an Air Peace flight, recounting harrowing experiences of intimidation and violent attacks.

Returnees described fleeing with nothing after their shops were destroyed and goods looted. One returnee described relocating to South Africa 14 years ago as “the biggest mistake” of his life. Many appealed to the Federal Government for financial support to rebuild their lives.

Key Points:

Returnees have lost businesses, vehicles, and personal assets
Compensation efforts may strain Nigeria-South Africa diplomatic relations
The evacuation programme provides a lifeline for Nigerians fleeing danger
Returnees face the challenge of rebuilding livelihoods from scratch
The documentation of assets may help some recover financial losses

The government continues evacuation efforts while documenting abandoned assets. Returnees will require support for reintegration and livelihood restoration.

Sources: Daily Trust

The Lagos State Government has called for calm and understanding from residents following flash flooding across multiple communities, and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the immediate dredging and maintenance of 28 additional primary channels.

Commissioner for Environment Tokunbo Wahab said the rainfall was an extreme weather event, producing an unusually high volume of water that overwhelmed drainage channels, causing temporary flooding in Victoria Island, Lekki, Ikeja, Gbagada, Mushin, Mafoloku, and other areas.

Wahab noted similar heavy rainfalls affected other African countries and North America. He stressed that residents have a role to play by keeping drains clear and avoiding illegal reclamation of wetlands.

Key Points:

Flooding continues to disrupt daily life and transportation across Lagos
The government’s response signals an acknowledgement of infrastructure gaps
Climate change is intensifying rainfall, making flooding more frequent
Residents’ actions—dumping waste, building on drainage alignments- worsen the crisis
Coastal cities like Lagos face unique hydrological challenges

The government is investing in drainage infrastructure, but residents must also cooperate. More heavy rainfall is expected as the rainy season continues.

Sources: Channels Television