ICYMI: Lagos Government Hands Over Ikorodu Sub-Region Master Plan to Stakeholders

By Oluwadamilola Opeoluwa Pitan Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a significant move towards urban development, the Lagos State Government has officially handed over the Ikorodu Sub-Region Master Plan (2016-2036) to stakeholders. The momentous occasion took place at the Ikorodu Town Hall, where the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, addressed … Read more

Mandilas Building Fire: Lagos Govt Gives 14-Day Ultimatum

Oluyinka revealed that Lagos is ranked the 19th best city to visit in the world by Time Out Publication. Olumegbon-Lawal reiterated government’s stance against unauthorized structures and sales on walkways. Oki ordered the immediate demolition of illegal structures surrounding the Mandilas 10-storey building. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has given a … Read more

Lagos Govt Urges Property Agents To Obtain Permits For Transactions

Olumide urges APBN members to demand to view the Planning Permit before finalizing property transactions.   He urged members with existing structures to apply for permit.   Olumide reiterated his belief that the APBN can contribute to reducing building collapses in Lagos.     Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has urged … Read more

Lagos Govt Orders Removal Of Two Floors Illegally Added To Building Under Construction In Ikeja

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, says the state government will not compromise its zero tolerance for illegal developments and contraventions to Physical Planning Permit Laws. The commissioner’s warning is contained in a statement issued by the Lagos government on Saturday. Olumide said … Read more

ICYMI: Here Are 27 Requirements To Obtain Building Permit/Approval In Lagos

A high angle view of Lagos, Nigeria (Photo: Michael Kraus/Eyeem/Getty Image)

Have you been wondering what documents you would need to produce to get a building permit in Lagos State? Recently, the Lagos Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Oluyinka Olumide, advised property owners and developers to get planning licenses before beginning work and adhere to the terms of their permissions. He spoke to tackle … Read more

Lagos Govt Goes Tough On Illegal Developments On Lagos Island

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, on Thursday, embarked on physical planning enforcement on Lagos Island. According to a statement issued by the state government, the exercise, which was led by the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, sent … Read more

Lagos Physical Planning Commissioner Declares Zero Tolerance For Building Collapse

Lagos Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide and Special Adviser, e-GIS and Urban Planning, Dr. Olajide Babatunde assume office

Eko Hot Blog reports that the newly appointed Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide has said that transparency in the built sector and zero tolerance for building collapse would be his watchwords. He made this known after he assumed office amidst high expectations from stakeholders of the ministry. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu … Read more