Lagos, Nigeria, has welcomed its first rainfall of the year, prompting a range of emotions from its residents. Parts of Surulere, Anthony, and Ojuelegba experienced a 20-minute shower on Wednesday morning, marking the long-awaited arrival of the wet season.
Yinka Olufemi, a Surulere resident, shared her surprise at the unseasonal downpour while taking a morning bath. She described the initial excitement of witnessing the rain quickly turning into disappointment as her freshly washed car was muddied by the accompanying dust.
Meanwhile, Uche Okafor, traveling from Anthony Village to Costain, found himself unexpectedly caught in the rain along the Anthony/Ojuelegba corridor.
The rainfall, albeit brief, inspired some residents to express their wish for a prolonged downpour, hoping for relief from the hot weather brought on by the dry season.
The first rain of the year in Lagos has left a lasting impression on its residents, serving as a reminder of the unpredictable yet integral role of weather in shaping daily life in the region.
