Lagos State government has issued a 48-hour contravention notice to owners of properties built on Right-of-Way drainage channels at Jakande Estate, Oke-Afa, and Isolo.
Confirming this on his X handle, Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the order was issued by the Drainage Enforcement and Compliance Department of the ministry.
He noted that the action was in accordance with the Lagos State Environmental Management and Protection Law, 2017 and the renewed drive by the Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration to ensure free flow of rainwater and prevent flooding across the state.
He said: “If you dispute the contravention, you are requested to bring all relevant documents in support of your case, including drainage clearance certificate within 48 hours.
“If you do not dispute the contravention, you are hereby to remove the contravention(s) or return the storm water drainage system to its original condition.
“If you fail to remove the said contravention(s) within 48 hours from the date of service of the notice, the said contravention(s) shall be demolished after service of demolition notice on you.”
