Flooding: LASBCA removes shanties on Lagos right of way

Flooding: LASBCA removes shanties on Lagos right of way

By Dada Jackson

 

In a proactive effort to ensure public safety, orderliness, and the smooth flow of traffic, the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has taken decisive action by removing illegal shop extensions obstructing drainage system and community water supplies along Idi-Oluwo Street, Lagos Island.

Leading the LASBCA Enforcement Team, the General Manager, Gbolahan Oki, highlighted the adverse impact of these illegal structures.

He noted that several shop owners had built extensions over public drains and water tap, causing significant disruptions.

One such extension blocked access to a government-provided water tap, depriving the whole community of potable water.

Following immediate intervention, the illegal structures were removed, restoring water supply to the affected area.

Oki, an architect, urged residents to respect public infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of collective responsibility in maintaining community resources.

He issued a one-week ultimatum to the traders at Idi-Oluwo to address these violations or face strict legal consequences.

At Mankara Market, the LASBCA team discovered numerous environmental infractions, including shanties blocking walkways.

Oki stressed the need for a clean and organized business environment conducive to trading activities.

Princess Lara Oyekan-Olumegbon, a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Lagos Island Constituency 1, commended LASBCA’s efforts.

She urged market leaders to warm their members to conform with state regulations on sanitation and structural integrity, warning that defaulters would be penalized under the law.

In addition, Oki visited Bombata Market, advising leaders to prioritize cleanliness and maintain an orderly market environment.

He assured them of a follow-up assessment in three months to ensure compliance.