The Lagos State Government has said it is working on adopting the latest technology to preserve and protect coastline communities in Lagos State from going into extinction as a result of the impact of coastal erosion.

The state’s Commissioner for Waterfront and Development, DAYO ALEBIOSU, said the government planned to use groynes but noted that it was an expensive venture for which the state would need the assistance of the Federal Government and the private sector.

Speaking on the impact of erosion on the communities and the planned adoption of the new technology, the Commissioner said the technology was part of coastal management and protection efforts to secure beaches and shorelines in the state.

A groyne is a low wall built out into the sea to prevent it from washing away sand and stones from the beach.