The Digest:
The Lagos State Government has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to owners of illegal stalls and extensions at Mandilas Plaza on Lagos Island to remove them or face demolition. The directive follows a recent fire outbreak exacerbated by blocked access routes, hindering emergency response.
Key Points
- Illegal structures obstructed firefighting efforts during a recent blaze at Mandilas Plaza, causing significant property damage.
- The fire was traced to a generating set placed within the complex, though no lives were lost.
- LASBCA Permanent Secretary Gbolahan Oki warned of immediate demolition for non-compliance.
- Governor Sanwo-Olu highlighted a decline in fire incidents due to investments in modern equipment and technology.
- Lagos has built 25 new fire stations and acquired over 60 fire trucks in the past two years.
- The state now uses drones to detect fire sources in high-rise buildings.
- The government emphasized community participation and smart technology in fire prevention.
The state’s crackdown on illegal structures underscores a broader commitment to urban safety and resilience, balancing enforcement with preventive investment.
Sources: Vanguard Newspapers
