Lagos Govt Criticized for Suspending Projects Without EIA Approval

Experts criticize the Lagos State government for halting reclamation projects without Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) approval. The decision to suspend the projects, aimed at easing business, could negatively impact real estate investments in the state.

The government directed the immediate suspension of all reclamation projects without proper EIA approval and drainage clearance. This move affects developers who had already invested in property development.

The Commissioner of Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, mandated that all ongoing and future projects must undergo the EIA process before approval. The decision has raised concerns about the impact on the real estate market and the need for proper environmental assessments in development projects.