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Lagos Mentioned as UN Chief Predicts Climate Apocalypse for Coastal Cities

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In a statement shared on LinkedIn today, António Guterres, the Secretary-General of the United Nations, has raised the alarm about the looming dangers of climate change, particularly for coastal cities like Lagos.

Guterres’ message highlighted the urgent need for global action to reverse current climate trends, emphasizing that the world is on the brink of a catastrophe if immediate measures are not taken.

“I was deeply moved by my meeting with coastal communities in Samoa who are being forced to move their homes inland,” Guterres said. He painted a grim picture of the situation, noting that sea levels are rising at an unprecedented rate—one not seen in at least 3,000 years. The situation is particularly dire in the Pacific, where sea levels are rising even faster.

The Secretary-General warned that if current climate trends continue unchecked, the tragedy currently unfolding in Samoa will soon be replicated in other coastal regions across the globe.

“We will see this tragedy in other coastal areas globally, from New York to Shanghai, from Lagos to Bangkok. We need to stop it now,” he urged.

Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling economic hub and Africa’s largest city, is particularly vulnerable. The city, with its extensive low-lying coastline and rapidly growing population, is already grappling with the effects of climate change. Rising sea levels and frequent flooding are increasingly putting lives and livelihoods at risk, exacerbating poverty and threatening the city’s future.

Lekki area of Lagos once sacked by flood.

Guterres’ warning is a stark reminder that the impacts of climate change are not just environmental—they are deeply human. As sea levels continue to rise, millions of people in Lagos and other coastal cities around the world may be forced to abandon their homes, leading to widespread displacement, economic instability, and social unrest.

The UN chief’s message is a call to action for world leaders, policymakers, and citizens alike. It underscores the critical need for immediate and decisive measures to mitigate climate change, protect vulnerable communities, and ensure a sustainable future for all.

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