Sanwo-Olu Orders Removal of Illegal Stalls in Lagos

On Saturday, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced the commencement of the removal of illegal market stalls erected along the median of the Lagos-Badagry Expressway. This initiative is part of the ongoing reconstruction of the expressway into a modern 10-lane highway.

Sanwo-Olu stated that illegal market settlements and makeshift structures cannot coexist with the highway, which is a major component of the Trans-West African Coastal Highway linking Nigeria to neighboring West African countries. He emphasized that citizens must respect public infrastructure and adhere to the rule of law to transform Lagos into a world-class city.

The governor issued a 72-hour ultimatum for the occupants of the illegal stalls to vacate the area before enforcement actions begin. Additionally, he disclosed plans to deploy 150 additional waste compactors and improve waste collection services to enhance public cleanliness and safety.