A Nigerian man has taken to social media to express his distress after his newly rented apartment in the Ikotun area of Lagos State became completely flooded following a heavy rainfall.
Man Records Devastating Flood in New Home
The man, known as @jalamiaboy on TikTok, posted a video showing the severe condition of his residence. In the footage, the water level was high enough to submerge the entire floor of the living room and kitchen.
The TikToker waded through the dirty floodwater to reveal the extent of the damage. Household items such as buckets, plastic bottles, electrical wires, and a standing fan were seen either floating or fully submerged in the water.
According to the text overlay on the video, @jalamiaboy had recently moved into the house located on Liasu Road. He expressed heartbreak that the building, which he had not even occupied for a full month, was already facing such structural issues.
He lamented: House wey I just rent wey never reach one month for liasu road ikotun ????
The video comes at a time when residents of Lagos are bracing for the rainy season. The water had breached the kitchen cabinets and seeped under the furniture in the living area.
Social Media Reactions to Flooded Apartment
Legit.ng has compiled some reactions to the man's post below:
- Kaygee said: I'll just sit down and start crying.
- mayordavis_9 said: Double package. House came with swimming pool. Enjoy bro.
- Tolu said: You have the right to sue for damages 50 million. This can't be the first time. The owner knows but keeps doing rotational rentage because once you leave they will paint and rent out to another.
- Livingwithniffy said: No do mistake touch that fan ooo even if u dry the water just avoid the fan. I get crazy experience wey I no fit forget.
The video has sparked widespread discussion about the challenges of renting in Lagos, especially during the rainy season, with many users sharing their own negative experiences with landlords and agents.
