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Stop displaying wares under bridges and walkways, Lagos state govt warns traders
Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps LAGESC, popularly known as KAI has warned traders to desist from trading or displaying their wares under bridges, walkways and other unauthorised places in the state saying the aftermath impedes free flow of human and vehicular movements across the state.
This is just as the agency dismantled illegal structures at CMS Underbridge on Sunday.
The Corps Marshal of the Agency, CP Gbemisola Akinpelu (retd), disclosed this at the Command Headquarters, Bolade-Oshodi on Monday.
She said this was part of concerted efforts aimed at ensuring the general cleanliness of Lagos environs in line with global best practices.
According to her, the agency had received petitions about the activities of street traders, miscreants around the CMS axis right under Eko bridge and moved into action after an on-the-spot assessment during the week.
She said trading in unauthorised places can affect the integrity of the Eko bridge overhead.
The Corps Marshal stated that the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed that the refrigerators, cold rooms mounted with illegal connections right under the bridge be dismantled to avoid a repeat of the Apongbon bridge incident.
Similarlly, the wooden counters used by traders to trade right under the bridges were crushed and carted away by the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA).
She also directed that the cleared area be sustained by operatives of the Agency stationed at the CMS axis and warned that any trader caught returning to that axis for trading will be dealt with in accordance the Lagos State Environmental Management and Protection Law 2017.
She said unauthorised places include under bridges, pedestrian bridges, walkways, setbacks, sidewalks, road verges, medians, sued for voluntary compliance among the traders and admonished them to desist from displaying their wares in such places.
In conclusion, the Corps Marshal admonished pedestrians to be safety-conscious by using pedestrian bridges and also advocated for every private, public property in the State be in possession of a valid waste collection contract for proper waste disposal to foster cleanliness in the State.
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Cross-River workers embark on warning strike over non-implementation of minimum wage
Civil servants in Cross River state have commenced a strike over the non-implementation of the new minimum wage.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) had slated November 25 and 26 for the warning strike.
They warned that the industrial action would be followed by a total strike should the government fail to do the needful before December 1.
Bassey Otu, governor of Cross River, appealed to the unions to shelve the plan and “support the government in its quest to improve the lot of our people”.
The governor made the appeal at the 5th edition of the state solemn assembly at U.J. Esuene Stadium in Calabar.
Otu said his administration is committed to the welfare of workers.
“I appeal to the leadership of organised labour and all affiliates of the NLC and TUC to suspend their planned strike,” he had said.
“I enjoin them to support the government in the quest to improve the lot of our people.”
On July 29, 2024, President Bola Tinubu signed the minimum wage bill into law. The legislation increased the country’s minimum wage from N30,000 to N70,000.
On November 11, NLC announced November 30 as the deadline for all state governments to implement the new minimum wage.
The union ordered its members to embark on an indefinite strike in states where the new minimum wage is yet to be implemented.
However, several states have begun implementation of the new wage.
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Driver escapes death as 40ft container falls on car in Lagos
A yet-to-be-identified driver luckily escaped death on Monday morning when a 40-foot-laden container fell onto a Toyota Camry, with registration number LSR 293 HJ, at Mile 2, en route to Apapa Ports, Lagos.
The accident, according to an eyewitness, happened at about 8 a.m.
Fortunately, the driver of the car was rescued by the prompt intervention and coordinated response of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and other emergency services, including the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA).
The victim received immediate medical attention after being rushed to the hospital by the joint rescue team.
Security during the operation was effectively maintained by officers from the Kirikiri Police Division, who ensured a secure and orderly environment for the emergency responders.
Following the rescue, the Toyota Camry was successfully removed from beneath the container.
As of 9.30 am, efforts to evacuate the fallen container were in full swing, while LASTMA officers managed the scene to ease traffic congestion and restore normalcy.
The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, reiterated the critical importance of proper container securing by truck drivers and owners.
He stressed that negligence in this regard endangers lives and property, urging strict compliance with road safety protocols to avert such catastrophic occurrences.
“LASTMA remains unwavering in its commitment to ensuring the safety and efficiency of Lagos roadways and continues to work collaboratively with relevant stakeholders to uphold traffic laws and enhance public safety,” Bakare-Oki stated.
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Lagos state government removes illegal shop extensions blocking drainage channels in Lagos Island
The Lagos State government has cleared illegal shop extensions obstructing drainage systems and a government-provided water tap in Lagos Island.
The exercise was conducted by the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA), led by its General Manager, Arc. Gbolahan Oki.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by Adu Ademuyiwa, Director of Public Affairs at LASBCA, via the agency’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on Sunday.
The enforcement operation focused on Idi-Oluwo Street, where shop extensions had blocked critical drainage channels and access to potable water, leaving the community without essential resources.
Arc. Gbolahan Oki highlighted the adverse impacts of these illegal structures on residents, noting that several shop owners had constructed extensions over public drains and a government-provided water tap, causing significant disruptions to the area.
“In a proactive effort to ensure public safety, orderliness, and the smooth flow of traffic, the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has taken decisive action by removing illegal shop extensions obstructing drainage systems and community water supplies along Idi-Oluwo Street, Lagos Island.
“Leading the LASBCA Enforcement Team, the General Manager, Arc. Gbolahan Oki, highlighted the adverse impacts of these illegal structures on residents. He noted that several shop owners had built extensions over public drains and water tap, causing significant disruptions,” the statement read in part.
The statement revealed that one of the removed extensions had blocked access to a government-provided water tap, cutting off the entire community’s supply of potable water. The swift removal of these illegal structures restored water access to the affected area.
Arc. Gbolahan Oki emphasized the need for residents to respect public infrastructure and take collective responsibility for preserving community resources.
Furthermore, the statement noted that Arc. Gbolahan Oki issued a one-week ultimatum to traders at Idi-Oluwo, directing them to address the identified violations or face stringent legal consequences.
At Mankanra Market, the LASBCA team uncovered several environmental infractions, including shanties obstructing walkways, which compromised the market’s functionality and safety.
Additionally, the statement highlighted that Hon. Princess Lara Oyekan-Olumegbon, representing Lagos Island Constituency 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly, praised LASBCA’s proactive efforts.
She urged market leaders to ensure their members adhere to state regulations on sanitation and structural integrity, warning that defaulters would face penalties as prescribed by law.
The LASBCA team also visited Bombata Market, where Arc. Oki advised market leaders to prioritize cleanliness and foster an orderly trading environment.
He assured them of a follow-up inspection within three months to confirm compliance with required standards and maintain the improvements.
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