The state government has shot Ladipo Market in Lagos due to several environmental violations, including improper waste disposal, unclean premises, and non-compliance with waste management regulations.
The market will remain closed until traders and market stakeholders meet the mandatory conditions for addressing the identified infractions.
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Lagos shuts popular Ladipo Market. Photo: Nairametrics[/caption]
The closure is part of ongoing efforts by the state government to ensure compliance with environmental laws in markets across the state.
Commissioner Wahab emphasized the critical importance of environmental hygiene in markets and stressed that all entities, regardless of size or influence, must adhere to environmental laws and regulations.
The state government expressed its commitment to working with market stakeholders to facilitate necessary improvements and adjustments to meet environmental standards. The market will not be reopened until these standards are met.
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) played a role in the closure and will assess the environmental impact of the market's activities.
LAWMA's Managing Director, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, emphasized the importance of conducting sustainable and environmentally responsible economic activities.
Ladipo Market's closure follows similar actions taken against Oyingbo, Alayabiagba, Oke-Odo Markets, and sections of Tejuosho Market for similar infractions.
The government is committed to restoring environmental sanity in these areas. He said: “As Lagos State continues to grow and develop, it is imperative that economic activities are conducted in a manner that is sustainable and environmentally responsible. LAWMA’s recent actions demonstrate the authority’s commitment to this cause.
“The offensive against environmental infractions will continue till sanity is restored in our markets, while the next stop will be illegal markets.”
The closure of Ladipo Market followed similar action taken against Oyingbo, Alayabiagba, Oke-Odo Markets, and some sections of Tejuosho Market, for serial infractions.
“The decision to shut down those markets underscored the state government’s unwavering commitment to the restoration of environmental sanity in the state,” Gbadegesin stressed.
Meanwhile, a resident of Igando-Ikotun in
Lagos State has taken to social media to draw attention to a puzzling and concerning sight at the entrance of her street—multiple plates used for what she describes as ‘sacrifices.’
In a video that has swiftly gained traction online, the distressed lady showcased the array of plates, each seemingly laden with ‘sacrificial offerings,’ strewn across her neighbourhood.
Her emotional plea was evident as she wondered aloud, “What could be the problem that you littered the place like this?”
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