Lagos State government has said it has zero tolerance for use of substandard materials for construction works, warning builders and developers not to construct buildings with inferior and substandard materials because the government will be fierce and firm on every structural details use for construction works across state.

Speaking at a stakeholders’ forum with the Association of Real Estate Developers of Nigeria, the General Manager, Lagos State Materials Testing Laboratory Agency, Engr. Olayinka Abdul, urged developers, engineers, and builders to maintain the highest standards of quality and safety in all construction projects to ensure durable and safe structures across the state.

Abdul underscored Lagos State’s position as a rapidly expanding metropolitan hub, highlighting the vital role of the real estate sector in driving economic development.

However, she stressed that this growth comes with significant responsibilities.

“As developers, engineers, and builders, it is imperative that we uphold the highest standards of quality and safety in all construction projects.”

“This requires a mutual understanding of the regulatory environment guidelines and their focal roles in the built environment,” she stated.

She explained that the regulatory environment forms the backbone of real estate development, influencing how projects are conceived, developed, and executed.

Abdul added that policymakers and industry professionals must collaborate to create a framework that balanced public safety with innovation and investment.

She outlined the materials testing process, which involved scientific evaluations to ensure that soil, water, cement, granite, blocks, sand, and other construction materials meet safety standards.

Abdul further announced that all construction materials entering Lagos State would be rigorously scrutinised, and that manufacturers would be required to meet set standards.

The Chairman of the Association of Real Estate Developers of Lagos State, Chief Bashiru Lawal, urged developers to prioritise safety, quality, and adherence to building codes in all construction projects.