"Shanghai Sinks: A Glimpse into the City's Hidden Underbelly" Imagine waking up to the news that a massive sinkhole has opened up in the middle of Lagos, swallowing a major highway like Victoria Island's Third Mainland Bridge or Lekki-Epe Expressway. It would be a scene of utter chaos and panic, with commuters and residents rushing to safety as the ground beneath them gives way. Such a scenario played out in Shanghai, China, where a massive sinkhole opened up on a busy road, leaving authorities scrambling to find out what caused it. According to reports, the cause of the sinkhole was a leak at a subway construction site. In Nigeria, we've had our fair share of infrastructure projects gone wrong, from the collapse of buildings under construction to the flooding of roads during heavy rainfall. It's a reminder that our own cities are not immune to such disasters, and that we need to prioritize maintenance and safety measures in our own infrastructure projects. The CCTV footage of the sinkhole swallowing a section of the road in Shanghai is a harrowing reminder of the dangers that lie beneath our feet. The massive crater that formed in a matter of seconds would have been a nightmare to navigate, and the fact that it happened during peak hour is a testament to the chaos that could ensue in such a situation. The incident has raised questions about the safety and maintenance of Shanghai's infrastructure, particularly with the city's rapid expansion and urbanization. In Nigeria, we're not far behind in terms of our own urbanization and infrastructure development. As we build our own cities and roads, it's essential that we learn from the mistakes of others and prioritize safety and maintenance to avoid such disasters. The sinkhole in Shanghai serves as a wake-up call for cities around the world, including Lagos and Abuja, to take a closer look at their own infrastructure and take steps to prevent such disasters. It's a call to action for governments, construction companies, and citizens to work together to build safe and resilient cities that can withstand the challenges of growth and development.