Lagos Govt. begins demolition of illegal structures in Ebute Metta

Lagos State Government has begun the demolition of illegal buildings in Ebute Metta to solve problems associated with poor drainage.

The exercise which commenced on Thursday, was announced by the Lagos state Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab.

Wahab on his X handle, revealed that the illegal structures that were demolished were one of the major reasons behind flooding in the area.

“Our enforcement team has removed illegal structures erected along the Jebba/Kano collector, Ebute Metta. These encroachments hinder the free passage of stormwater and are a major factor behind flooding in this area,” Wahab stated.

Wahab also urged residents not to block drainages with waste or extensions that could affect the drainage system.