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 Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has identified over 15 distressed buildings in Iponri Estate, Surulere, set for demolition. Occupants of these buildings have been given a two-week notice to evacuate to prevent potential loss of lives and property. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM Gears … Read more
The Lagos State Government stated on Monday that the displaced residents and traders at the Oko Baba plank market in Ebute Metta were illegal occupants who had refused to move to the new site allocated to them by the government. Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, revealed this.with PUNCH. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) and the Lagos State Material Testing Laboratory (LSMTL) have strengthened their synergy. This development follows a working visit by the LSMTL Management Team, led by General Manager Engr. Olayinka Abdul, to the LASBCA Headquarters in Ikeja, Lagos. LASBCA General Manager Arc. Gbolahan Oki commended Engr. Abdul for her exceptional … Read more
Zero tolerance for illegal constructions on shops, buildings Enforcement exercise targets Lagos Island Central Business District Aims to ensure safety, orderliness in markets and streets Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a stern move, the Lagos State Government has intensified its crackdown on illegal extensions and attachments on shops and buildings across the state. The … 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
LASBCA is in the eye of the storm over alleged detention at St. Margaret School. The building control agency was accused of illegally detaining members of staff and demolishing structures in the school. The agency has offered an explanation for the allegations. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has reorganized and strengthened its Enforcement Team to enhance service delivery across the state. According to Arc. Gbolahan Oki, the General Manager of LASBCA, the team has been regrouped “towards a wider reach and enhanced service delivery across the state.” Editor’s Pick: FG … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government has given 30-day final notice to owners/occupiers of residential buildings illegally converted to churches, mosques, clubhouses, lounges and bars across the state without approval for change of use, to revert to the original use of the structure. The General Manager, Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA), Arc. … Read more
Oki says certificate of completion shows that building guidelines were followed. He urged land owners, developers to approach LASBCA with their building plan approval. Oki urges land owners, developers to invite LASBCA for stage by stage inspection of their building constructions after the Letter of Authorization. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Building … Read more
Lagos, a bustling metropolis teeming with energy and life, has long grappled with seasonal flooding and a disturbing surge in building collapses. Beyond mere inconveniences, these issues have claimed precious lives and wreaked havoc on properties, exacting heavy tolls on residents and business establishments. Editor’s Pick NCAA Lifts Suspension On United Nigeria Airlines NDLEA Intensifies … Read more
By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commissioned the new headquarters of the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) in GRA, Ikeja, Lagos. The governor commissioned the building at an event on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. The agency had been without a permanent office since it commenced operations … Read more
By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is poised to inaugurate the new office building of the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA). The building will commissioned at an event scheduled for Tuesday, November 21, 2023. In a phone interview with Eko Hot Blog, Mr. Segun Olaoye, the Director … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that officials of Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA), have commenced the removal of a five-floor structure located at 7, BreadFruit Street, Lagos Island, Lagos. According to the General Manager of the Agency, Arc. Gbolahan Owodunni Oki, the Agency’s effort to reduce the rate of illegal construction in the State and … Read more
The Lagos government has recently been on an aggressive mission to rid the state of defective buildings. The mission was intensified following multiple cases of building collapse in parts of the state in recent months. The government has taken its efforts to the popular Alaba market. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government … Read more
In recent months, Lagos State has suffered multiple building collapses in parts of the state. Some of the buildings were said to have violated building codes despite warnings from the building control agency. Subsequently, the agency embarked on an aggressive campaign against illegal buildings. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Building Control Agency … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has facilitated the arrest of Mr. Okechukwu Samuel Okoli, a developer of a collapsed building at 27, Buraimoh Street, Off Idewu Street, Ajegunle, Ajeromi-Ifelodun LGA, Lagos. The agency made the disclosure in a statement issued on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS INSIGHT: Nigerians Are On … Read more
A spate of building collapses in recent weeks has put the Lagos government on edge. The government has been forced into a spree of demolishing illegal buildings. It said affected buildings violated the state’s building codes. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has pulled down 13 illegal buildings in … Read more
Two weeks ago, a seven-storey building on Banana Island crumbled to the ground. The building collapse, which killed one, elicited furious reactions from several Nigerians, including the Lagos governor. The governor subsequently ordered the demolition of illegal buildings on the island. Eko Hot Blog reports that officials of the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) … Read more
A three-floor building collapsed in the Apapa area of Lagos on Sunday. The collapse comes nearly two weeks after a seven-storey building crumbled on Banana Island. The Lagos government said the Banana Island building developers also ignored warnings to stop construction. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has said that the developers … Read more