Lagos State Seeks Partnership with Netherlands to Tackle Coastal Erosion

• Alebiosu led a high-level delegation on a strategic working visit to the Netherlands.
• The intervention to cost over 3 Trillion Naira
• The Commissioner highlighted the Netherlands as an exemplary case study for the Lagos State Government delegation, given its pioneering coastal engineering solutions. 

To tackle the increasing challenge of coastal erosion in Lagos State, the Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Hon. Ekundayo Alebiosu, has announced intentions to expand the deployment of groyne technology along the State’s vulnerable coastline.

Eko Hot Blog reports that the announcement was made during a Ministerial Press Briefing at the State Secretariat in Alausa.

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Groyne technology, a proven coastal defense system, involves constructing rigid hydraulic structures along ocean shores or riverbanks, effectively disrupting water flow and sediment movement to mitigate coastal erosion and stabilize beaches.

In line with the state’s dedication to learning from global best practices, Alebiosu led a high-level delegation, which included Permanent Secretary Lolade Aina, on a strategic working visit to the Netherlands.

His words: “Though Lagos State has already begun implementing this technology, the sheer scale of the challenge to stretch the usage along the 180km stretch of shoreline presents a significant financial burden. It costs a huge amount to construct a single groyne, and with a targeted 180km coastal stretch, the projected cost exceeds N3 trillion, a figure that makes it clear that strategic collaboration is required.

“This is not just a Lagos problem, it is a national environmental and economic challenge. If we are serious about preserving our shoreline, preventing further erosion, and protecting coastal communities, then a robust partnership with the Federal Government and the private sector is not just desirable, it is absolutely necessary.”

The Commissioner highlighted the Netherlands as an exemplary case study for the Lagos State Government delegation, given its pioneering coastal engineering solutions.

The Dutch model integrates various strategies, such as groynes, sand nourishment, and nature-based solutions, offering valuable insights into how sustainable and economically viable approaches can be tailored to Lagos’ local conditions.

He emphasized that the Lagos State Government is actively pursuing a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) framework to finance and implement large-scale groyne deployment and coastal protection infrastructure.

“This initiative also aligns with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration’s broader agenda to secure lives, protect public and private assets, and unlock the economic potential of Lagos’ vast waterfronts.

“We cannot afford to delay. Entire communities are at risk, and if left unchecked, the consequences of coastal erosion could be devastating, not only to the environment but also to livelihoods and investments across our coastal zones,” he said.

The Ministry reiterated its commitment to working alongside international partners, federal agencies, and private investors in delivering long-term, climate-resilient solutions.

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