Pandemonium broke out in Abuja on Wednesday, December 18, when soldiers allegedly acting on the orders of a senior army officer attacked officials of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Department of Development Control. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the officials were in the Sabon Lugbe area to demolish illegal structures, following directives from the FCT … Read more
The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA), has begun demolishing shanties and illegal structures around NIPOST on Bourdillon Road in the Ikoyi area. A statement released on Sunday by LASBCA’s Director of Public Affairs, Adu Ademuyiwa, stated that the demolition is part of the state government’s ongoing commitment to urban … Read more
The Lagos State government, led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced plans to demolish 280 illegal structures in an effort to protect the state’s master plan and prevent the formation of slums. The Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Ekundayo Alebiosu, confirmed the decision in a statement on Tuesday, highlighting the government’s concern over the … Read more
The Lagos State Government has issued an order to remove all illegal structures on the Gbagada Wetland, located opposite TREM in Kosofe Local Government Area. The wetland, currently under development into Maverick Estate by an unnamed property developer, has been flagged for violation of environmental laws. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s … Read more
Lagos State Government has issued a 48-hour eviction notice to squatters and owners of illegal structures along the Gbagada-Bariga drainage channel. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has issued a 48-hour eviction notice to squatters and owners of illegal structures along the Gbagada-Bariga drainage channel. The government noted that the channel has been … Read more
State Government Resumes Demolition of Unauthorized Extensions Move Follows Recommendations After Docemo Fire Incident Aims to Ensure Orderliness, Free Traffic Flow in Market Area Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a bid to prioritize safety and order, the Lagos State Government has resumed the demolition of illegal extensions within the Idumota market. This action comes … Read more
• Taskforce removes shanties and illegal structures • Aims to ensure a safe, clean environment • Part of ongoing efforts to maintain redline rail project Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has intensified its efforts to maintain a clean and safe environment along the recently commissioned Redline Rail corridor. In a joint … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that some suspects have been arrested for attacking government officials during the removal of illegal structures in the Lekki/Ajah area of Lagos State. The state Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this in a post on his X handle on Tuesday, He also revealed that the Lagos … Read more
Kano Governor sacks Hajj Centre officials and demolishes hotel, citing the need to remove illegal structures and preserve the city’s master plan. Interim officers are appointed to coordinate the ongoing operations for the 2023 Hajj, replacing the former officials. The demolition of the hotel and other structures marks the start of the government’s efforts … Read more
FCTA demolishes illegal structures on Abuja-Nyanya-Keffi road …the affected mechanics had been served quit notices in the past three years, with a reminder about five months ago to leave the area. EDITOR’S PICK: BREAKING: NollyWood Actress Jenifa, Husband JJC Skillz Marriage Crashes JUST IN: Trouble As Gateman Impregnates Boss Daughter In Lagos JUST IN: Again, … Read more
LAGESC removes illegal structures beneath CMS bridge …Akinpelu explained that Governor Babajide had also given a directive that the refrigerators and cold rooms constructed with illegal connections under the bridge be dismantled to avoid a repeat of the Apongbon bridge incident EDITOR’S PICK Lagos TESCOM Set To Conduct Promotion Exercise For Education Officers Nationwide Blackout … Read more
“Immediately it was cleared in 2019, they mobilised themselves and extended their occupation of the road.” EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos government has demolished all illegal structures on Lekki coastal road. The state government, it was gathered, also demolished all shanties on the road which serves as an alternative to the Lekki-Epe route. … Read more