Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reassured citizens of the state.
His administration has pledged to maintain the state flood-free throughout the year.
Sanwo-Olu mentioned this on February 22nd, while commissioning the second batch of vehicles.
To increase capacity, 19 high-capacity drainage clearing and maintenance machines are now being deployed.
A significant number of people attended the ceremony, which took place at the EFAG Yard in Oregun, Sanwo-Olu.
Tunji Bello, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, represented him.
Lagos will no longer remain as “the flood city,” according to the statement
He went on to declare that the state would always be ahead of the game when it came to preparations.
Because of its seaside location, it is ideal during the rainy season and the aftermath.
Mr. Joe Igbokwe, Special Adviser on Drainage and Water Resources,
said the government recognizes its obligation to develop strategic approaches for environmental improvement.
to ensure that the state is free of floods and appealing to people.