NGBode George, a former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has accused ongoing flooding in Lagos of being caused by 'greedy' sand-filling activities in the Lagos Lagoon. During an interview with real estate expert Femi Rogers, George highlighted how historical areas like Ikoyi and Lekki were once surrounded by water before extensive land reclamation changed the natural landscape. He argued that this reclamation has reduced the lagoon's ability to absorb stormwater, leading to increased flooding. George noted that the lagoon's water level is now higher than surrounding roads, making natural drainage impossible without mechanical pumping systems. He criticized developers for prioritizing waterfront property construction over environmental considerations.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the issue of sand-filling and flooding as a result of greed-driven development practices, which aligns with left-leaning critiques of unchecked private sector activity and environmental neglect. The emphasis on corporate interests (developers constructing waterfront properties) as
