Man arrested for attacking Lagos building control officials with charms (picture)

Man arrested for attacking Lagos building control officials with charms (picture)

 

A man has been arrested in Lagos for attacking some officials of the State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) with charms.

The assailant was said to have attempted to disrupt the work of agency’s officials while on duty in the Ikorodu area of Lagos.

The General Manager of LASBCA, Mr Gbolahan Oki, reacting to the incident, condemned the increasing attacks of officials of the agency on official duties.

He said the latest attack on the officials with dangerous weapons and charms occurred while they were on routine monitoring duty at the Musical Village, Awolowo Road of the Ikorodu area of Lagos.

He however declared that no amount of intimidation or harassment would make the agency to go back on its mandate in ensuring safe and secure buildings across the state.

“These assailants not only obstruct our staff but also hold them hostage for hours. These acts of hooliganism will not deter us from carrying out our duties.”

The general manager also said, “Thankfully, we managed to overcome these attacks without any casualties.

“Our staff’s resilience and quick responses have played a crucial role in overpowering the assailants and preventing more severe consequences.”

Oki called on the general public to support the agency in its mission to curb the menace of building collapse across the state.

He noted that such harassment and attacks often tried to jeopardise the agency’s monitoring activities, posing threats to the lives of the people.

He reiterated the dedication of the agency in maintaining and enforcing building standards in Lagos State even in the face of adversity.

He urged the citizens to collaborate in ensuring the safety and integrity of structures that will foster a secure environment for all.