The Lagos State Government has issued contravention notices to more than 280 property owners and occupiers within the Mayegun Waterfront Scheme in Eti Osa Local Government Area. The notices served on September 14, 2024, citing violations such as master plan distortion, slum development, and coastal erosion risks.
A statement from the Lagos State Government’s X (formerly Twitter) account on September 17, 2024, confirmed that this action is part of a broader initiative to address unregulated development threatening Lagos’ urban landscape. The affected individuals have been given seven days to provide documentation and approvals justifying their occupation. Failure to comply will lead to demolition notices.
The statement emphasized the government’s commitment to preventing the creation of slums, maintaining the integrity of the Lagos State Master Plan, and protecting coastal areas. The government has intensified efforts to address environmental and urban challenges, with recent actions including sealing properties for encroachment on wetlands and illegal structures.
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Recent enforcement measures include the sealing of Maverick Estate in Gbagada for encroaching on a designated wetland and plans for similar actions in Ejigbo, Badagry, and Ikorodu. In August, illegal structures along System 157 drainage path and Orchid Road channels in Eti-Osa were demolished due to non-compliance.
These steps reflect the Lagos State Government’s ongoing commitment to sustainable growth and the preservation of urban and environmental integrity. More enforcement actions are anticipated, underscoring the importance of adherence to building regulations.
