Lagos Government Demolishes Buildings Under Powerlines, Property Owners Express Frustration
The Lagos State Government recently carried out a demolition exercise targeting structures built under high tension powerlines in the Joke Ayo area. The operation, overseen by officials from the Lagos State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, resulted in the removal of several illegal constructions.
Property owners, including Kikelomo Nimota, expressed shock and frustration at the sudden demolitions. The government defended the action as part of ongoing efforts to enforce urban planning regulations and prevent risks to lives and properties.
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