In a recent exchange that has left many Nigerians talking, Tokunbo Wahab, the Lagos Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, told a critic to "go and warm eba" after being rebuked for sharing a video of a flood in Greece.

The exchange, which has been widely shared on social media, has sparked a heated debate about the role of public officials in addressing the challenges facing their constituents. While some have praised Wahab for his cheeky response, others have criticized him for being insensitive and dismissive.

So, what exactly happened? According to reports, Wahab had shared a video of a flood in Greece on his social media handle, which prompted a critic to rebuke him for not focusing on the flood challenges facing Lagos State. Wahab's response was swift and sarcastic: "Go and warm eba!"

While Wahab's response might have been seen as a joke by some, it has also been interpreted as a sign of arrogance and disrespect for the concerns of Lagos residents. As the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Wahab has a critical role to play in addressing the environmental challenges facing Lagos State, including flooding.

In recent years, Lagos State has experienced several devastating floods, which have resulted in the loss of lives and property. The floods have been attributed to a combination of factors, including climate change, inadequate drainage systems, and poor urban planning.

As the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Wahab has been at the forefront of efforts to address these challenges. He has overseen several projects aimed at improving drainage systems and reducing the risk of flooding in Lagos State.

Despite these efforts, however, many Lagos residents remain skeptical about the government's ability to address the flood challenges facing the state. This skepticism is rooted in a lack of trust in the government's ability to deliver on its promises, as well as a perception that the government is not doing enough to address the root causes of flooding in Lagos State.

Against this backdrop, Wahab's response to the critic can be seen as a missed opportunity to reassure Lagos residents that the government is committed to addressing the flood challenges facing the state. Instead of dismissing the critic's concerns, Wahab could have used the opportunity to provide an update on the government's efforts to address flooding in Lagos State.

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