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Drowning in urban growth: rethinking flood resilience and spatial equity in Lagos, Nigeria

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This analysis identifies factors affecting urban flooding and resilience in Lagos, suggesting community engagement is crucial.

Urban flooding has intensified due to rapid urban growth and climate change, significantly impacting Lagos's development.
Lagos's population increased to 17.15 million by 2025, with 35 flood events recorded, particularly in high-risk areas.
Analysis combined quantitative urbanization data from UN-Habitat with qualitative flood data from EM-DAT to identify patterns.
Strengthening community engagement is essential for effective flood management and enhancing long-term urban resilience.

Dossa et al. (2025) studied this question.

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