The Lagos State government has initiated a demolition project targeting “illegal structures” constructed on the drainages and walkways within the bustling Computer Village, a prominent tech market situated in Lagos mainland.
This undertaking, aimed at enhancing public safety and accessibility, has been spearheaded by the state’s Ministry of Environment. The ministry recently shared an official update on this development via its X handle on Sunday.
“Ongoing: Illegal structures built on drainages, walkways, and on the roads are removed in Computer Village, Ikeja,” the ministry posted.
Markets across Lagos that contravene the state’s environmental laws have been having a tough time since the beginning of the second administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
On Saturday, after an “extensive inspection,” the government sealed off some commercial buildings in the Lekki area of the state for environmental infractions.
Trading activities came to a halt when the government issued orders to close several prominent markets, including the bustling Ladipo auto spare market, Oyingbo, Oke-odo, and various plazas surrounding the Tejuosho Market. These closures were a response to environmental infractions.
However, there is a glimmer of hope on the horizon as the Alayabiagba market in the Ajegunle area of the state has been successfully reopened. This reopening comes as a result of the market’s commitment to adhering to the state’s stringent environmental regulations.
