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Local Info, Mushin (2025)

18/07/2025

SANWO-OLU COMMISSIONS RADIO STATION, MARKET IN MUSHIN LG
..Commends Council Chairman

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has commissioned the first Local Government-owned radio station in Nigeria (Ishokan 106.7 FM), operated by the Mushin Local Government, emphasising the importance of information dissemination to the people.

The Governor, who launched Nigeria's pioneering local government-owned radio stations through the Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, today at the commissioning of other legacy projects executed by the Chairman, Mushin Local Government, Hon. Emmanuel Olanrewaju Bamigboye, at Oliyide Street, Mushin, Lagos, said that the launch is laudable and worthy of emulation by other Local Government Areas.

According to Sanwo-Olu, “It's always good to communicate with our people. So, we must appreciate the Chairman of the Local Government for building these notable projects. First, getting all the federal agencies in one place, so that if you need anything, you are not running from one place to another. Secondly, establishing this radio station, and many other projects, including roads, markets, and others, is a real achievement,” said Sanwo-Olu, adding the residents should be excited about having such a political party and Chairmen who are commissioning infrastructures that some states cannot do.

The Governor stated that the State is progressing under the All Progressive Congress (APC) adding that, as roads are being commissioned, Primary Healthcare, Schools, Administrative blocks and so many more are launched. This implies that the party is a progressive one, urging the people to unite and be able to stand on the President’s mandate.

He reiterated further that to be able to stand on that mandate, every resident must possess a voter’s card, stressing that those who are yet to possess the voter’s card should ensure they go out when the registration process commences, as the prosperity of the nation strongly depends on the reforms and policies of the president.

In his goodwill address, the State Chairman, the All Progressive Congress, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, disclosed that the voters’ registration will start next month, reiterating that Mushin Local Government has the largest number of polling units in the state, with a total number of 547 polling units.

The Chairman added that the party is expecting much from Mushin Local Government in the 2027 election, saying “We have a projection of about 500 voters per polling unit, and we are expecting from Mushin a minimum of 250 each from the projected 500. If you multiply 250 by 547, you'll be looking at about 136,000 votes.”

Ojelabi, therefore, urged the residents to come out and register for their Permanent Voters’ Card (PVC), as what will be recorded in the just concluded local government is far lower.

He stressed that if the people are desirable and sure that they support Asiwaju, 2027 is the time to show it. He stated further that he realised that the majority of the members who are shouting APC, who are moving from one place to the other, they don't possess the PVC, and without the possession of your PVC, no matter how much love they have for party and the candidate’s they will not have the opportunity to vote for the party or their preferred candidate.

“I am imploring all of you who are members of our party, all the citizens of Mushin Local Government, that another opportunity is knocking at our door. Come let's make sure that our vote counts,” he added.

In his goodwill message, the former member of the House of Senate, Hon. Ganiyu Olanrewaju Solomon, underscored the importance of seeking advice in continual governance, emphasising that wise counsel and expert insights are crucial for informed policy decisions and responsive governance.

Likewise, in his address, the Chief of Staff to the State Governor, Mr. Tayo Ayinde, noted that the Local Government Chairman had constructed the infrastructural projects in line with the Lagos State THEMES Plus Agenda, which has made Lagosians proud of him.

He added that the State government is happy with him and also believes that his successor will continue from the Chairman and do better beyond his laudable projects.

Earlier in his speech, the Chairman of Mushin Local Government, Hon. Emmanuel Olanrewaju Bamigboye, urged the residents of Mushin and all beneficiaries of the facilities to utilise them to their maximum, stressing that these projects belong to them. He added that public infrastructure thrives when people see themselves as custodians.

According to him, “Let me assure you all that this newly elected administration will surely continue the great works and remain fully committed to delivering more projects that will touch lives and transform our communities. Together, we will build a Mushin that sets the pace for progress, inclusion, and sustainable growth.”

18/07/2025

Gridlock: Lagos to begin revised e-Call up for trucks August 1 on Lekki-Epe axis

…slashes fee from N12,500 to N10,000 per truck

LAGOS — The Lagos State Government has announced that the reviewed Electronic Call-Up system for regulated truck movements along the Lekki-Epe corridor will commence on August 1, 2025, as part of efforts to prevent traffic gridlock from the operations of the Dangote Refinery and Lekki Deep Sea Port.

This was disclosed in a communiqué issued after a stakeholders’ meeting convened by the Ministry of Transportation and held at Dangote Oil Refining Limited, Ikoyi. The meeting was led by the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, and attended by major unions and industry players.

The new initiative follows earlier controversy surrounding the enforcement of the e-Call Up system, with the Lekki Estates Residents and Stakeholders Association (LERSA) warning against attempts to undermine the reintroduction of the system. LERSA said the system would restore order, regulate truck movement, and prevent the kind of gridlock experienced in Apapa.

According to the communiqué, stakeholders, including NUPENG, NARTO, and IPMAN, unanimously agreed to adopt a revised call-up fee of N10,000 per truck—down from the earlier N12,500. They also stressed the need to prevent a repeat of the Apapa traffic crisis, citing concerns over accidents, long commute times for schoolchildren, and environmental degradation.

The state government revealed that seven approved truck parks are available within the corridor. These parks come with paved floors, CCTV, toilets, and drivers’ lodges, and the fees charged will go towards logistics, enforcement, and technology—not as revenue for the government.

Key resolutions in the communiqué include: All trucks must be onboarded before August 1. Sensitization campaigns will be conducted by the Ministry of Transportation. Only trucks with legitimate business in the Lekki Free Zone will be granted access. And Enforcement will begin August 1, 2025, with the cooperation of all relevant unions.

Stakeholders pledged to work together to ensure the success of the system and promote a more efficient transport environment for residents and businesses in the Lekki-Epe corridor.

Osiyemi reaffirmed the government’s commitment, stating:

“Through shared collaboration and proactive engagement, we aim to foster a more organized and efficient transport system that benefits not only the trucking community but also the residents and businesses within the Lekki-Epe Corridor.”

13/07/2025

[FULL LIST] Lagos LG poll: APC sweeps all chairmanship seats

The All Progressives Congress has clinched all 57 chairmanship seats and 375 out of 376 councillorship positions in the local government election held in Lagos State on Saturday.

The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission, which announced the results on Sunday, said the APC swept the polls in all 20 Local Government Areas and 37 Local Council Development Areas of the state.

In a major upset, however, the Peoples Democratic Party secured a rare victory in Ward D of the Yaba LCDA, where its candidate, Babatunde Dosunmu, defeated the APC contender.

Dosunmu, a former APC member, defected to the PDP shortly before the poll.

LASIEC described the elections as largely peaceful, despite concerns raised about voter turnout and alleged irregularities in some areas.

Below is the list of chairmanship election winners as released by LASIEC

Bariga LGA – Busola Adedeji Bukola
Ajeromi-Ifelodun LGA – Hon. Olamilekan Olu Akindipe
Alimosho LGA – Akinpelu Ibrahim Johnson
Ibeju Lekki LGA – Abdullahi Olowa
Kosofe LGA – Barr. Moyosore Adedoyin Ogunlewe
Badagry LGA – Babajide Hunpe
Mushin LGA – Hon. Haruna Olatunbosun Aruwe
Oshodi-Isolo LGA -Otunba Kehinde Almaroof-Oloyede
Ojo LGA – Hon. Princess Muhibat Titilola Rufai
Olorunda LCDA: Peter Kumayon
Lagos Island LGA – Hon. Taiwo Oyekan
Igando-Ikotun LCDA – Snr Comrade Lasisi Ayinde Akinsanya
Ifako-Ijaiye LGA – Prince Usman Akanbi Hamzat
Somolu LGA – Hon. Lateef Ashimi
Amuwo-Odofin LGA – Prince Lanre Sanusi (PLS)
Lagos Mainland LGA – Alhaji Emilagba Jubril
Eti-Osa East LCDA – Hon. John Campos Ogundare
Badagry West LCDA – Hon. Rauf Ibrahim Kayode Yemaren
Apapa Iganmu LCDA – Hon. Wale Jimoh
Epe LGA – Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun
Lekki LCDA – Hon. Rasaki Bamidele Kasali
Ikorodu LGA – Prince Adedayo Abdullateef Ladega
Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA – Hammed Aroyewun
Surulere LGA – Sulaimon Yusuf Bamidele
Agege LGA – Tunde Azeez
Ikosi-Isheri LCDA – Princess Samiat Abolanle Bada
Ikeja LGA – Akeem Dauda
Ejigbo LCDA – Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo

11/07/2025

LAGOS ADOPTS NEW 'WASTE TO ENERGY PLANTS' STRATEGY

…To Build $400m Facility In Epe, Tackle Perennial Flooding, Rev Up Energy Security

The Lagos State Government on Wednesday reiterated its commitment to ensure a reduction of the quantum of waste ending up at the landfill sites with the adoption of new strategies such as "Waste to Energy Plants" in the state.

Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, made this known at the Lagos Investors Summit 2.0, held at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, saying the Plant is an innovative project designed to convert waste to energy by addressing both efficient waste management and energy generation for Lagos State.

Wahab, while appraising the theme of the summit "Scaling Action: Bold Solutions for Making a Lagos 21st Century Economy", said the Waste to Energy Plant is a project that would offer a crucial opportunity to increase generating capacity by leveraging municipal solid waste as a resource for energy generation.

He explained that the State faces a significant waste management challenge, which is approximately 80% of landfill capacity nearing the end of its life, 63% formal waste collection coverage, and 67% of households resorting to illegal dumping.

He stressed that the aforementioned challenges contribute majorly to flooding issues during extreme weather events by blocking the drainage systems in the state.

According to him, the value proposition of the Waste to Energy Plant anticipates an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 12% over a 20-year operating period, underpinned by electricity pricing and the introduction of a tipping fee.

He said what made the project different is the Flood Prevention, Increased Energy Security, as well as creating revenue and supporting the National Energy Transition Plan.

He added that the project will also remove solid waste from densely populated areas, ensure clean disposal of waste, maintain landfills, Carbon-Conscious facility design, and also generate clean energy for up to two million Lagosians

He mentioned that the facility is proposed to be situated at Epe with a projected Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) of around $400 million.

He maintained that Lagos is a state highly exposed to physical climate risks, with the notion that by 2050, most parts of the state would be exposed to extreme heat, and more than 65% of residents will be affected by flooding.

He added that climate change-induced extreme weather events have been reported to severely impact critical infrastructure, with more than 1000 education and health centres expected to be disrupted by flooding.

Wahab also said the "Early Warning System for Extreme Weather Events" will address flooding and climate change issues in the state.

"The value proposition of the project is that it will be self-amortising with strong revenue, growth potential and will easily be scalable to other regions," he said.

He added that the traction of the project would be a Private Sector Design, build, finance, and operate facility with minimal government intervention.

He said the Early Warning System for extreme weather events will help with Disaster Management

Databank and Risk Protection, which protects life and property from severe flooding and heat waves.

11/07/2025

BREAKING: POLICE REVIEW VEHICULAR MOVEMENT RESTRICTIONS DOWNWARD FROM 3AM TO 6AM.

This is said to allow those that may be coming in from other states and countries have easy movements to their destinations.

Speaking on the matter, CP Olohundare Jimoh said the vehicular move restriction will be in effect from 6am to 3pm in and around Lagos state

09/07/2025

FLASH: The Lagos State Police Command has announced that there will be TOTAL RESTRICTION of vehicular movement throughout Lagos State from 3am on Saturday 12th July, 2025 till 3pm of same Saturday 12th July, 2025 for the Lagos Local Government Elections.

The restriction of vehicular movement will apply to all roads and waterways within Lagos State jurisdiction.

OTHER DETAILS:

1. Prohibition on Armed Escorts and Security

2. Ban on indiscriminate use of Sirens and covered number plates.

3. All other vehicles, including those belonging to any quasi security outfit and state security agencies are barred from movement, as no state-owned security agency is authorized to participate in the election security operations, in line with the Electoral Act.

4: EXEMPTIONS: Essential services such as those on medical emergency and other emergency responders and their workers, the duly accredited officials of the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), and accredited election observers and media practitioners on election coverage accredited by the Lagos State Independence Electoral Commission (LASIEC).

5: IDENTIFICATION TAGS: All the security agencies personnel and other stakeholders, including the media and election observers accredited by LASEIC for the election will be in possession and wear their identification tags certified by LASEIC throughout the period of the Election.

6. SECURITY: The Command hereby sternly warns all miscreants, hoodlums, and thugs to stay away from the polling units, collations centers and other statutory places where the electoral processes are designated to take place throughout the State.

7. TO REPORT: The public are further encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious persons or activities in their vicinity by promptly contacting the police via the designated emergency lines: 08063299264 or 08065154338

Via the Lagos State Police Command.

02/07/2025

SANWO-OLU COMMISSIONS DUALISED ABARANJE ROAD IN ALIMOSHO, OPENS ANOTHER IN AGEGE

•Flyover coming to Ikotun Roundabout

•Community names upgraded Dopemu Road after the Governor in appreciation

Alimosho, the nation’s largest voting constituency, erupted in a spontaneous fun-fair on Wednesday, as a large crowd of residents joined Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to inaugurate infrastructure projects in the densely populated Lagos suburb.

Sanwo-Olu commissioned the newly rehabilitated and upgraded 3.86km Abaranje Road in Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area (LCDA), bringing the much-anticipated traffic relief to commuters plying the axis.

The road construction, which lasted for about 20 months, was completed with reinforced concrete interlocks and properly designed drainage, eliminating erosion and flooding issues hitherto encountered by residents in rainy seasons.

Also in the Dopemu axis, Sanwo-Olu commissioned the newly reconstructed 1.8km Dopemu Road, now Babajide Sanwo-Olu Road in Agege Local Government Area, upgrading the carriageway to cater for increasing traffic.

The Governor, joined by his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, and members of the State’s cabinet, said the projects were “strategic” towards improving connectivity and transport infrastructure in Alimosho.

Prior to its comprehensive rehabilitation, Abaranje Road was in deplorable shape with narrow lanes that were riddled with failed sections, causing perennial hardship for road users. As the population grew, the road became increasingly difficult to navigate, becoming a death trap for vehicles.

Sanwo-Olu responded to the situation, upgrading Abaranje Road from a single lane to a dualised carriageway with solar-powered streetlights and pedestrian walkways.

The Governor said the completion of the project marked a new milestone in his administration’s traffic management efforts in Alimosho, stressing that his Government’s goal was to improve quality of life for residents and enable quick turnaround time for road users.

“The reconstruction of this famous Abaranje Road is a testament to our determination to bring relief to residents and road users on this axis. This project is more than a road expansion and reconstruction, it is a life-changing experience for our citizens living on this road. The means of livelihoods lost due to the deplorable condition of the road have now been restored.

“Alimosho has reaped a lot of democracy dividends from our Government. We have handed over strategic roads in this council to combat heavy traffic congestion. This is another critical intervention that is supporting our efforts towards tackling congestion. Aside from fostering connectivity, this infrastructure will galvanise the local economy and improve quality of life.”

In the course of road commissioning, Sanwo-Olu led members of the State’s cabinet to inspect the notorious Ikotun Roundabouts said to be responsible for significant traffic jams witnessed on the axis.

The Governor proposed construction of a flyover over the roundabouts as a solution to the gridlock that is daily experienced on the spot. He assessed the impact of the proposed solution on the livelihoods, vehicular movement and pedestrian safety.

Sanwo-Olu said: “Ikotun Roundabout is a critical intersection we are working on and it is part of the road projects we want to take on in Alimosho. There are traffic issues and street trading issues that are resulting in congestion in the area. The issues are complex but it is for us to move in and solve the problems. We have done extensive assessment of how best to proceed on the project.”

“I want to assure you that this is not going to be the last stop in Alimosho. Projects commissioning will be a continuous exercise for us in this area. As a Government, we are committed to ensuring that every part of the State is not left untouched. I want to emphasise that our vision is to leave behind a world class infrastructure that will last for decades.”

Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, Engr. Olufemi Daramola, said the upgraded roads would significantly ease traffic congestion, reduce travel time and provide a safer transit experience for residents and commuters.

He said the successful construction of the strategic roads further demonstrated the Sanwo-Olu administration's commitment to bridging infrastructure gaps, easing mobility and improving the quality of life for Lagosians.

Speaking on behalf of his subjects, Onikotun of Ikotun, Oba Azeez Gbadabiu Asiwaju, thanked the Governor for listening to the residents’ demand for the rehabilitation of Abaranje Road, noting that the infrastructure would open more inaccessible communities within the area.

02/07/2025

Pictures: Lagos Donates More Operational Vehicles To The Police

The Lagos State Government through the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) has just donated another set of operational vehicles to the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the State Police Command.

This is part of efforts to improve the security architecture of the state and protect lives and property.

The presentation was done by the Executive Secretary/CEO of LSSTF, Dr. Abdurrazaq Balogun, while the vehicles were received by CSP Shola Jejeloye, RRS Commander.

02/07/2025

LAGOS STATE TEACHING SERVICE COMMISSION REACTIVATES RECRUITMENT PORTAL

The Lagos State Taching Service Commission has reactivated its recruitment portal as a bold step towards improving access to employment opportunities.

This initiative aims to promote equity and fairness in the state teaching workforce, aligning with the state employment policies and digital transformation agenda.

At a press briefing to announce the reactivation of the portal, the Chairman of the Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), Mrs. Victoria Mopelola Peregrino, disclosed that the portal will provide a user-friendly interface, inclusivity features, and data–driven insights for workforce planning.

She said, “What sets this portal apart is its user-friendly interface, and a commitment to inclusivity-ensuring that youth, people with disabilities, and other marginalised groups have equal access to employment opportunities”.

Speaking further, she noted, “This initiative aligns with the broader goals of the State's employment policies and digital transformation agenda. It will serve not only as a teacher’s replacement platform, but also as a data-driven tool to assist workforce planning and evidence-based policymaking”.

She reiterated the commitment of the Lagos State Teaching Service Commission to creating an inclusive, transparent, and accessible environment where citizens, especially the youth, can apply for teaching employment, build sustainable careers, and contribute to State and National development.

The job portal, which will be accessible for two weeks (Tuesday, 1st of July to Monday, 14th of July, 2025), is intended to provide a centralised platform where individuals can apply for State Teaching jobs at the entry level (GL08) in their relevant fields.

She advised interested members of the public with a degree in Education and other requisite qualifications to visit the portal; https;//tescomjobs.lagosstate.gov.ng to submit their applications.

29/06/2025

LASG GOES TOUGH ON REAL ESTATE PRACTITIONERS, AGENTS, OTHERS

The Lagos Government has stated that it is an offence to practice real estate business, either as a commission agent, realtor, or real estate practitioner, without proper registration with the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority.

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Housing and Head of the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA), Barrister Barakat Odunuga Bakare gave the warning today at Alausa - Ikeja.

She stated that it is an offence for anyone to even deal with persons or organisations that have not registered and obtained the LASRERA certificate of practice.

Reaffirming for the umpteenth time that Agency fees charged by agents must be between zero and 10 per cent, the Special Adviser encouraged persons who are charged above 10 per cent or who have other complaints or grievances to channel such to the LASRERA office.

Barr. Barakat Odunuga-Bakare reiterated that it is also an offence for practitioners in the built sector to demand more than one year's rent from clients, adding that the LASG has also declared it is against the law for any real estate practitioner to obtain money from any Lagosian without rendering the appropriate services to the clients.

She emphasised the commitment of the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's Administration to restore sanity to the real estate sector while protecting the interests of home seekers, property owners and practitioners.

20/06/2025

ARREST OF MOST WANTED VICIOUS AND NOTORIOUS HIRED KILLER AND HEAD OF KILLERS GANG IN THE HISTORY OF LAGOS STATE IN RECENT TIME, WASIU AKINWADE A.K.A OLORI ESO AND RECOVERY OF NINE (9) SOPHISTICATED FI****MS, AMMUNITION, MAGAZINES, DAGGER, WALKIE TALKIES AND INTERNATIONAL PASSPORTS
I. TWO (2) AK-47 RIFLES
II. ONE (1) K2 ASSAULT RIFLE
III. ONE (1) RED RYDER RIFLE
IV. THREE (3) PUMP ACTION RIFLES
V. TWO (2) LOCALLY MADE SINGLE-BARREL PISTOLS
VI. FIVE (5) MAGAZINES
VII. FIFTY-SEVEN (57) LIVE CARTRIDGES
VIII. SEVENTY (70) 5.56 LIVE AMMUNITION
IX. TWENTY-SEVEN (27) 9MM AMMUNITION
X. ONE (1) EXPENDED 5.56 AMMUNITION
XI. ONE (1) DAGGER
XII. THREE (3) WALKIE-TALKIES
XIII. NINE (9) INTERNATIONAL PASSPORTS BELONGING TO DIFFERENT INDIVIDUALS

The Lagos State Police Command wishes to inform the general public of a significant breakthrough in its relentless fight against crime of violence and other criminalities in Lagos State. Today, June 20, 2025, Tactical Squad operatives of the Command successfully in a well-coordinated special operation code-named Silence, Speed and Surprise trailed and arrested Wasiu Akinwande aka Olori Eso, a 44-year-old notorious hired killer and head of killers gang and cultist kingpin who along with his multiple gangs and hoodlums have been terrorizing Mushin area of Lagos State and its environs. This serial killer suspect is the most wanted suspect in Lagos history in recent time. His arrest marks a huge success in the ongoing fight against violent crimes that are threats to security and safety of residents in Mushin and some other parts of Lagos State.

Wasiu Akinwande was arrested in his hideout in the Agbado area of Ogun State after several attempts by the Police Tactical Squad. For over a decade now from 2009 until 2024, Wasiu Akinwande and his gangs have terrorized the people and communities, particularly in the Mushin area of Lagos State. He was responsible for organizing and executing series of armed robberies, cold blooded murders, kidnappings and cult-related killings. His reign of terror instilled fear and apprehension in residents and posed a dangerous threat to law and order.

Akinwande’s criminal activities have left trauma, horror, agony and pains in the families of victims of his numerous high-profile crimes under investigation by the Lagos State Police Command. Despite his escapes from one state of the country to another over the years, the Lagos State Police Command remained resolute in its pursuit of Justice. The operatives of the Command raided his house in Mushin, and recovered cache of weapons and incriminating items he freely admitted he was using for his killing operations with his gang. The fi****ms recovered include: Two (2) AK-47 rifles, One (1) K2 Assault rifle, One (1) Red Ryder rifle , Three (3) pump action rifles , Two (2) locally made single-barrel pistols, Five (5) magazines, Fifty-seven (57) live cartridges, Seventy (70) 5.56 live ammunition, Twenty-seven (27) 9mm ammunition, One (1) expended 5.56 ammunition, One (1) dagger, Three (3) walkie-talkies and Nine (9) international passports belonging to different individuals.

The Deputy Commissioner of Police, State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) has been directed by the Commissioner of Police to lead other specially selected crack detectives to broaden the investigation of the cases and round up all other suspects linked to Wasiu Akinwande and bring them to justice. Four families have already come forward to identify him as the suspect behind the killings of their children and wards.

The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, hereby wishes to reassure all Lagosians that their safety and security remain the top priority of the Command. CP Jimoh commends all the officers involved in this operation for their bravery and dedication and urges the public to continue supporting the police by providing timely and credible information to aid its crime-fighting efforts.

Wasiu Akinwande is currently in Police custody under heavy security and will face the full weight of the law for all his crimes. The Lagos State Police Command remains steadfast in its mission to make Lagos a no-go area for criminals and ensure safety and security of all Lagosians and visitors alike.

The Command calls on residents to remain vigilant, and report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station and await the outcome of police investigation which definitely will be made public.

CSP BENJAMIN HUNDEYIN, anipr, mipra�POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER�FOR: COMMISSIONER OF POLICE�LAGOS STATE COMMAND�IKEJA

JUNE 20, 2025

19/06/2025

LASG SHUTS OKO-OBA ABATTOIR OVER UNSANITARY ACTIVITIES, WASTE MISMANAGEMENT

The Lagos State Government on Thursday announced the shutting down of the Oko-Oba Abbatoir over unsanitary activities, waste mismanagement and unhygenic handling of animal products.

The directive was given by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, after an extensive inspection tour with the media to the Abattoir at Oko-Oba in Agege informing that the Ministry received a petition from the Ministry of Agriculture to intervene as regards various environmental and health infractions going on at the abattoir.

According to him, what was witnessed at the abattoir today is heart-wrenching; the operators have defied and chosen to take the laws into their hands as they slaughter animals and discharge the waste into the public drainage system with impunity, and this is unacceptable.

Wahab said that upon the visitation to the Abattoir, it was observed that the operators discharge all animal wastes into the public drainage channels leading to the "Harmony" part of the Abattoir while also discharging their animal wastes into another company named Forth-Walt Farm on Wasiu Olaife Street.

He said the State Government will not condone any act of uncleanliness and environmental degradation in the abattoir and neighbouring environment. He maintained that there are Environmental Laws guiding abattoir operations in the state, adding that waste water and blood generated from meat processing should be adequately passed through the treatment plant and not to be discharged in the public drains.

The Commissioner warned that all Abattoir operators must adhere strictly to the minimum benchmark of the state, saying operators can not choose to defy and or choose their laws by blackmailing people as if that is the right way of life.

Wahab averred that the enforcement operation at the Abattoir at Oko-Oba will be a Joint operation involving the Environment Ministry, Agriculture, LASEPA, LASWMO and LAWMA, saying it is quite unfortunate that people do not like seeing the carrot until the big stick is wielded to affirm that the government would always maintain its stand.

The Commissioner also visited Adetola Canal by Johathan Coker street in Iju, where some bad elements had vandalised the Iron rod that serves as reinforcement to the Canal, informing that the lining of the canal has just been awarded to effectively discharge into Oko-Oba canal.

"We have compelled the CDAs of this community to take ownership and protect the infrastructure because the Government cannot provide and also police the infrastructure. This situation tells you how bad the intentions of some people are" he said.

He advised residents to always pay for the Services provided by PSP waste operators and desist from patronising the cart pushers and illegal waste disposal means. He added that the State government has continued to prosecute all those caught disposing of waste indiscriminately in the past few weeks, maintaining that the Government will continue to do so in accordance with the law" he said.

The Commissioner was accompanied by the Permanent Secretary Office of Drainage Services, Engr. Mahamood Adegbite; MD of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin; KAI Corps Marshal, Major Olatunbosun Cole (Rtd); GM of LASWMO, Engr Adefemi Afolabi and other Directors from the Ministry and its Agencies.

Places visited include Oko-Oba Abattoir, Agege; Adetola Canal by Jonathan Coker street, Fagba, Iju in Ifako Ijaiye LG.

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