Lagos State Begins Demolition of Fire-Damaged Building

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has initiated the demolition of a fire-damaged building located on Martins Street, Lagos Island. Dr. Olufemi Okosanyintolu, the Permanent Secretary of LASEMA, disclosed that the demolition follows a comprehensive structural assessment conducted in line with international best practices in urban safety and disaster risk management.

The operation is aimed at protecting public health and safety. Traders and residents have been advised to comply with strict safety directives during the demolition, which includes declaring the area a restricted hazard zone.

Unauthorized access is prohibited, and commercial activities around the site have been suspended until it is deemed safe. The site will remain cordoned off throughout the operation, with measures in place for dust suppression and traffic management.

Emergency response teams, including the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and Lagos State Ambulance Service, will be on standby throughout the exercise. Okosanyintolu urged the community to cooperate with security and emergency personnel and report any safety concerns.