Makoko demolition: Lagos Assembly seeks two-week truce
Lagos State House of Assembly has reaffirmed its directive halting any construction on the demolished sites in Makoko and Shogunle communities, pending the conclusion of reconciliation efforts expected within two
Lagos State House of Assembly has reaffirmed its directive halting any construction on the demolished sites in Makoko and Shogunle communities, pending the conclusion of reconciliation efforts expected within two weeks.
The assembly adopted the recommendation of the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on E-GIS, Dr. Olajide Babatunde, establishing a 250-metre setback from the Third Mainland Bridge and an additional 250-metre buffer beyond the power line corridor, effectively prohibiting all forms of development within the designated areas.
Speaking during a committee meeting with community leaders from Makoko and Shogunle, Speaker Mudashiru Obasa — represented by the Majority Leader, Noheem Adams — said the house, in collaboration with Lagos State Building Control Agency and E-GIS Office, has directed each affected community to constitute a 10-member committee.
Obasa urged stakeholders to unite and take decisive steps toward addressing the needs of residents, noting that the committees must include women, youths, students and community leaders to help secure a lasting solution.
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He said the State Executive Council was finalising compensation arrangements for affected residents, while dialogue continued.
Reacting after the meeting, the Executive Chairman of Yaba Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Mr. Bayo Adefuye, expressed satisfaction about the resolutions reached, saying ongoing relief materials and palliatives had been distributed by the state and local governments.
The chairman said the assembly committee’s plan to conclude its assignment within two weeks appeared achievable, urging residents to comply with the directives.
He warned community leaders against pursuing personal interests capable of undermining peace and the resolution process.
