The Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources has sealed a building in the Papa Ajao area of Mushin over the illegal storage and sales of retreaded tyres, citing serious environmental and safety concerns.
The premises, which had been unlawfully converted into a tyre storage and sales facility, were operating in a densely populated residential area, posing a significant risk to residents, especially school children in the neighborhood.
The Lagos Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made this known in a statement shared via his X handle on Friday, February 7.
“Following complaints from a concerned citizen, the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources has taken swift action to address a serious hazard at No. 6, Bello Street, Papa Ajao, Mushin. The premises in question had been illegally converted into a storage and sales facility for retreaded tyres, operating in a densely populated residential area, endangering residents, particularly the children attending the school,” the statement read.
The Ministry promptly sealed the building to prevent further risk and ensure compliance with environmental and urban planning regulations. This action highlights the importance of vigilance and community participation in reporting illegal or hazardous activities that threaten public safety.
The Lagos State Government reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing environmental and planning laws to protect residents and maintain orderly urban development. Authorities urged citizens to report similar violations to relevant agencies to promote a safer and more sustainable Lagos.