Lagos Lawmakers’ Vehicles, Assembly Renovations, Generators To Cost N65Billion, Nearly Double Flood Control Budget
By Sahara Reporters
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A SaharaReporters review of Lagos State’s 2025 approved budget has revealed that the government plans to spend more on lawmakers’ vehicles, House of Assembly renovations, and 40 50kVA generators than on erosion and flood control, even as widespread flooding continues to ravage the state.
According to the budget, the Lagos State House of Assembly has allocated N20.6 billion for vehicles in the 2025 fiscal year.
The funds are earmarked for 40 backup vehicles, 40 utility buses, and 40 official cars.
Additionally, N4.5 billion has been set aside for 50 50kVA generators, while the Assembly complex is slated for major renovations costing N11 billion, covering gatehouses, car parks, and the main complex.
Another N30 billion has been allocated for a new fence, landscaping, beautification, and an access road.
Altogether, lawmakers’ vehicles, generators, and renovation projects are projected to consume N65 billion, nearly double the N33 billion earmarked for erosion and flood control.
A previous SaharaReporters review of the Lagos State budget performance document also revealed that the State House of Assembly planned to allocate N6.2 billion for the acquisition of 40 properties in Lagos and Abuja.
SaharaReporters learnt that the properties are meant for the 40 lawmakers in the House of Assembly.
Checks indicate that N1 billion was disbursed for the properties between January and June.
On Wednesday, the Lagos State Government apologised to residents affected by flash floods that struck parts of the state.
On Tuesday, many areas in Mushin were affected after hours of heavy rainfall, leaving roads impassable and businesses severely impacted.
The flooding caused significant disruption to daily activities, as residents and business owners counted their losses. In some of the worst-hit areas, vehicles struggled to navigate waterlogged roads, while traders and motorists lamented significant financial setbacks.
As of Wednesday, parts of Lagos remained paralysed, with stranded vehicles and disrupted commerce following torrential rains that triggered widespread flooding across the state.
