Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources Led By Tokunbo Wahab Demolishes Illegal Structures to Mitigate Flooding

Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources Demolishes Illegal Structures to Mitigate Flooding

In a decisive move, the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources has initiated the demolition of unauthorized structures in Lagos that hinder the natural flow of floodwater.

Since assuming the role of Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab has demonstrated a strong commitment to flood prevention. His proactive approach includes daily inspections and prompt decision-making to safeguard lives and protect valuable properties

As directed, the stretch of Ligali Ayorinde and Akin Adesola in Victoria Island was cleared of environmental infractions at midnight today. 18 suspects were arrested, illegal wares removed, and temporary shelters were destroyed. #ZeroToleranceToStreetTrading#CleanerLagos pic.twitter.com/FgL53a7DM3

— Tokunbo Wahab (@tokunbo_wahab) October 10, 2023

Demolition of all illegal structures, along the perimeter fence of Lagos State Model College, Meiran, Agbado (Oke-Odo LCDA), and environs today by the Monitoring Enforcement and Compliance department of Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources.#CleanerLagos pic.twitter.com/59htTqpavi

— Tokunbo Wahab (@tokunbo_wahab) October 9, 2023

As part of our administration’s plan for the regeneration of Lagos Island, I went on an on-site inspection of some areas in that axis that were affected by floods.
I visited Jankara, Ojo Giwa, Oroyiyin, Idumagbo and Pelewura market respectively.

What was sadly visible during… pic.twitter.com/kYfSpQUyeR

— Babajide Sanwo-Olu (@jidesanwoolu) October 8, 2023

The flooding in Lagos State is caused majorly by the recklessness of a few people. After our inspection tour yesterday, we have given a requisite notice to owners of structures built on the canals and waterways in the Ikoyi, Obalende, Awoyaya axis. In a few days, these… 1/3 pic.twitter.com/jNjwPCTrIh

— Tokunbo Wahab (@tokunbo_wahab) October 8, 2023

In a statement released on Monday, Tokunbo Wahab, the Commissioner for the Environment, confirmed the commencement of the operation implemented by the Monitoring Enforcement and Compliance Department of the State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources.

Wahab stated, “Today, the Monitoring Enforcement and Compliance Department of Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources carried out the demolition of all illegal structures located along the perimeter fence of Lagos State Model College, Meiran, Agbado, Oke-Odo LCDA, and its environs.”