In a decisive move to uphold environmental standards and promote public health, the Lagos State Government has sealed several markets in the Ketu and Mile 12 areas for persistent environmental violations.
The enforcement operation, carried out overnight, targeted illegal waste disposal practices that contravene the Lagos State Environmental Management and Protection Law of 2017. Offenders were found to be dumping refuse indiscriminately on roads, medians, and highways, endangering both residents and the environment.
Authorities emphasized that the clampdown is part of a broader commitment to restoring order and cleanliness to public spaces
. Stakeholders in the affected markets have been urged to adopt proper waste management practices moving forward.
List of Sealed Markets:
1. Erukan Market, Mile 12
2. Oja Oba Market, Ketu
3. Owoseni Tundas Market
4. Oba Ogunjobi Market, Mile 12
5. Shops Owners (BRT Terminal), Mile 12
6. Mile 12 Bus Stop Shops
7. Ketu Terminal Market (6 plazas)
8. Ifesowapo Shop Owners Market, Mile 12
9. Demurin Street Plaza Shops, Ketu
10. Occupant, 6 Demurin Road, Ketu
11. Ifelodun Market, Ketu
12. Ibadan Unit 1 Park (between Babajide Sanwo-Olu Market and Ikosi Fruit Market)
13. Ketu Tipper Garage
The state government has reiterated its call for collaboration from residents, traders, and stakeholders to build a cleaner, safer, and more responsible Lagos.
