On Wednesday, the Lagos State Government placed an absolute ban on street traders in the state, especially on the Third Mainland Bridge and Eko Bridge.
This was disclosed in a statement by Gaji Omobolaji, the Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services.
Omobolaji, in the statement, declared zero tolerance for street trading in the areas.
He emphasized that the action was in tune with the T.H.E.M.E.S. Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to promote a cleaner and more appealing environment, ensure full implementation of environmental sanitation regulations, and make the state a safer place for everybody.
He therefore warned that anyone caught would face the full wrath of the law at the established Mobile Courts in line with the state environmental laws. In addition, their wares, which they hawk and display on major roads, would be confiscated.
“The latest enforcement drive against street traders, when commenced, would be a continuous one that would also be sustained,” the statement added.
He stated that street sellers were not only a nuisance to the aesthetics of the city and exposed themselves to hazardous conditions, but also posed a threat to the security of lives and property in Lagos, a megacity emerging into a smart city.
He went on to say that the governor had approved the enforcement, which would be carried out by a special task team of the Kick Against Indiscipline in coordination with other security agencies.
