The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has arrested a resident of Meiran, Lagos State, for allegedly dumping refuse into a drainage channel during rainfall. According to the Daily Post, the suspect was apprehended in a joint operation involving the LAWMA Enforcement Team, the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), also known as KAI, and mobile police officers. The arrest forms part of enforcement efforts against improper waste disposal in the state.

Blocked drainage systems in Mombasa have raised concerns about potential flooding as the coastal city prepares for heavy rains, according to the Eastleigh Voice. Abdulswamad urged residents to stop disposing of plastic bottles, carrier bags and other waste in drainage channels, saying the practice reduces the capacity of the systems to carry away stormwater. The warning comes as authorities seek to mitigate flood risks ahead of the anticipated rainy period in the Kenyan coastal region.

Environmental officials in Ogun State, Nigeria, arrested a woman after she was caught on a viral video dumping refuse into a drainage channel. The Ogun State Waste Management Authority (OGWAMA) confirmed the arrest and urged residents to desist from indiscriminate waste disposal, warning that such actions violate environmental laws and contribute to blocked drainages and flooding in the state.

Residents of Lagos are increasingly concerned about flooding during the rainy season, particularly in areas like Kunsela, Ologolo, and Gbagada. Recent incidents have prompted renewed inquiries into the reasons behind the persistent flooding in these regions, as it has become a common issue for many living in the city, according to Nairametrics.

Lagos Commissioner for Environment, Tokunbo Wahab, has emphasized the importance of resident involvement in flood control measures to help reduce the impact of flash flooding in the area. He outlined the need for community engagement in these efforts to effectively manage and mitigate flooding risks.

Residents and business owners along Idimu Ejigbo Road in Lagos are raising concerns over a large accumulation of rubbish that has occupied part of the busy road for six months, according to Tori.ng. The waste pile has reportedly disrupted movement and daily activities in the area, prompting frustration among those who live and work nearby. Affected community members are calling on authorities to clear the refuse and address the situation, which they say has persisted without intervention.