The Lagos State Government has taken the decision to reopen five markets, namely Ladipo, Oyingbo, Alamutu Ologede, and Ile Epo, which had previously been closed due to various environmental violations.
Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced this development via a statement on his social media account on Monday.
The reasons for their closure included irresponsible waste disposal, unsanitary conditions, and non-payment of waste-related charges, among others.
Wahab emphasized that these markets were allowed to reopen after demonstrating complete compliance with the necessary requirements.
However, he issued a stern warning that any future violations of the regulations would result in permanent closure.
In a related development, on Sunday, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, along with Commissioner Wahab, conducted an inspection of areas in Lagos Island affected by flooding, including Ojo Giwa, Princess, Oroyiyin, Idumagbo, and Pelewura.
Following this inspection, the Governor issued a one-week eviction notice to individuals who had illegally constructed shops and market stalls in drainage systems and unauthorized areas within the markets.
Furthermore, he instructed the Ministry of the Environment to promptly serve the required notices and begin demolishing these unauthorized structures.
