Edo govt begins removal of illegal stalls, others

Edo State Government has commenced another phase of demolition of illegal structures and eave extensions in parts of Benin metropolis, in line with the government’s urban renewal drive.

The exercise focused on the demolition of eave extensions, mostly in business environments, in the Government Reservation Area (GRA).              

Officials of the Edo State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development began the exercise last week from the Ugbor axis of Benin City with removal of illegal structures erected on the right of way.    The officials said the demolition followed the expiry of notices and warnings to the landlords and occupiers of the property.     

Illegal developments on nearby Emmanuel Igodan and adjoining roads were also affected in the exercise, which is expected to continue in the days ahead.