In a move to enforce health and safety standards, the Lagos State Government on Friday sealed off a building that was found to be operating without a functional toilet at Agege.
The Commissioner, Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, who made this known on his X handle, said that it aimed to achieve a sustainable environment.
“LSWMO in continued demonstration of its commitment to a sustainable environment, proper sanitation and public health safety in the state has sealed off a residential property on Adedosu Street, Otubu, Agege.
“This was following the receipt of a public complaint from concerned residents.
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“The bungalow with over 10 rooms has no toilet facilities but dilapidated pit latrines filled with exposed faecal matter,” he said.
While commending the General Manager, Adefemi Afolabi, who led the compliance team to the property, he said the Lagos State Government could not afford the occurrence of another cholera outbreak.
Local residents, who had previously raised concerns about the building’s condition, welcomed the move. “It’s about time the government took action,” said a nearby shop owner. “The lack of toilets has been a problem, causing an unpleasant environment for everyone around here,” he added.
The officials emphasized that the closure is part of a larger campaign to improve sanitation across Lagos. Property owners are urged to comply with hygiene regulations, including providing proper waste disposal systems and sanitary facilities for tenants.
“Citizens are further advised to embrace proper sanitation and hygiene practices to enhance public health and environmental sustainability,” the commissioner said.
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