GUEST: Duru Bond
Real Estate Entrepreneur & Urban Civic Educator

TOPIC: Why Is Lagos Flooding? Understanding the Causes, Myths and Solutions

On this edition of The Late Edition, SnrBroa sits down with Duru Bond for a comprehensive conversation on one of Lagos' most pressing urban challenges—flooding. Beyond the viral videos and annual disruptions, the discussion unpacks the real reasons the city continues to experience severe flooding.

From rapid urbanisation and poor drainage infrastructure to climate change, rising sea levels, land reclamation, and human activities such as indiscriminate waste disposal, Duru Bond explains the complex factors contributing to the problem. The interview also addresses popular myths surrounding the Lagos Coastal Road and explores whether ongoing infrastructure projects are worsening or helping the city's flood resilience.

The conversation offers practical insights into what government, communities, and residents can do to mitigate flooding while highlighting the long-term planning required for a fast-growing coastal megacity like Lagos.