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LAGOS UNDER WATER

Postcards from people affected by flooding in Nigeria’s economic capital.

We had to throw a lot of belongings affected by the flood away. I felt completely devastated.

I drew my neighbour’s attention to it and she laughed, thinking it was the usual thing.

In my area, once the rain starts, it becomes terrible. We wear rain boots before stepping out.

When I remember how much effort I put into setting up this shop, it pains me.

The sprocket wears out faster than usual. It can last up to a year, but due to the rain, I have to replace it every few months.

I don’t want to remember that day because it wasn’t pleasant.

Some of the young girls I’ve seen around here are 16 years old, 15 years old. Small small girls.