Video: Lady Who Recently Moved to Nigeria from UK Laments As Lekki Apartment Got Flooded During Rain

By 9jafinds Editorial Team | Sept 27, 2025

When a Nigerian lady known on TikTok as @lynda_kehinde returned home from the UK, she pictured a fresh start in Lagos — new job opportunities, reconnecting with family, and settling into her Lekki apartment. But what she didn’t plan for was the shock of rainwater flooding her living space, forcing her to scoop water from the floors only weeks after moving in.

Her viral video, captioned “Rainy season in Lekki 0/10 would not recommend,” has since sparked conversations about not only Lekki’s infrastructure, but the reality of life in Nigeria’s commercial capital.

The Flooding Problem in Lagos

Lagos is vibrant, energetic, and full of opportunity, but it also carries deep-rooted urban planning challenges. Poor drainage systems, unchecked real estate development, and the city’s low-lying geography mean that flooding has become a seasonal crisis.

Lekki, often advertised as a prime luxury neighborhood, is one of the hardest-hit areas. While its skyline is dotted with upscale homes and businesses, its streets and ground-floor apartments often turn into rivers once heavy rains arrive.

Diaspora Dreams vs. Nigerian Reality

For returnees from the diaspora, videos like this serve as an eye-opener. Many who dream of relocating often focus on Nigeria’s potential — the booming Afrobeats industry, Nollywood’s global reach, and the energy of Lagos’ tech ecosystem. But as @lynda_kehinde’s experience shows, relocating also means dealing with infrastructural flaws that can impact everyday life.

One commenter summed it up bluntly: “Lekki is a fraud. It should be redeveloped as a holiday destination for the dry season only.”

Others advised practical steps:

• Rent or buy only upper-floor apartments in flood-prone zones.
• Inspect properties during the rainy season before paying.
• Research the area’s drainage history — not just the aesthetics of the house.
• Ask neighbors, not just landlords, about recurring flooding.

These tips may sound simple, but they can save families thousands of naira and months of stress.

A Larger Conversation on Urban Planning

Beyond individual decisions, this incident shines a light on the bigger question: What kind of city is Lagos becoming?

According to UNESCO, Nigeria faces one of the world’s most severe teacher and housing shortages, but flooding remains a crisis that consistently undermines growth. If unchecked, it threatens not just comfort but also public health, economic productivity, and investor confidence.

Urban planners argue that without better drainage, stricter real estate regulation, and long-term climate resilience strategies, Lagos may continue to face this recurring problem.

Why This Matters for Nigerians at Home and Abroad

For Nigerians abroad considering relocation, the lesson is not to abandon the dream of coming home, but to approach it with realistic expectations and informed decisions. For those living in Lagos already, it’s a reminder to advocate for accountability from developers and policymakers.

As @lynda_kehinde’s experience shows, Lagos is as much about resilience as it is about opportunity. Choosing wisely — where to live, what to demand, and how to adapt — is key to thriving in Nigeria’s most dynamic city.

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Credits:

• TikTok creator @lynda_kehinde
• Online contributors: @FullBloom, @DevoeBaba, @9364, @Anakoka, @mstruthbtold, and others
• UNESCO reports on climate resilience and Lagos flooding
• Lagos State urban planning and property regulations

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