LASUED Hosts Community Workshop on Flood Risks And Management

The Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) Oto/Ijanikin campus on Thursday, 12th March 2026, hosted a community workshop on Flood Risks Evaluation Procedure. The event was organized by the City of Lagos Extreme Water Events Early Warning System, C40 Cities, and the Ministry of Environment, Office of Drainage and Water Resources.

The workshop aimed to create awareness on flood risk evaluation and management, with a focus on community involvement and participation.

In his opening remarks, Prof. Samuel O. Idowu, Dean of the College of Social Science Education, representing the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Bidemi Bilkis Lafiaji-Okuneye emphasized the importance of the project, stating that it was designed to strengthen the existing relationship between the town and gown.

The representatives from the Ministry of Environment, Mrs. Omobolanle Magbagbeola and Mr. Akinwunmi Babatunde urged residents to take ownership of flood prevention efforts, emphasizing the need for proper waste management and disposal. They commended Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Hon. Tokunbo Wahab's efforts in initiating the project, which they said were crucial in preventing flood-related crises in the community.

While the Facilitator Mr. Muyiwa Adedina outlined the project's objectives, which include saving lives, reducing damage, and building resilience through community-led early warning systems. He explained that the community-embedded approach ensures that the system is tailored to local needs, thereby increasing effectiveness and sustainability.

The workshop was attended by community stakeholders, who were encouraged to perform their roles and pursue their responsibilities in ensuring the success of the project with attendees calling for increased community engagement and participation in flood prevention initiatives. 

Interestingly, the event featured a flood tracker installed on campus, which will be monitored to provide real-time data and prevent flood-related crises.

Organizers expressed their gratitude to the community for their support and participation and urged them to continue working together to build a flood-resilient community.