Lagos Task Force clears illegal street traders at Mile 2

Lagos State Environmental Task Force, otherwise known as Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI), swung into action in the early hours of Monday to dislodge illegal street traders at 2nd Rainbow Junction, inward Mile 2.

Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said on X that the government is committed to restoring order on major roads.
In a viral video shared by the Commissioner on X on Monday, enforcement officers were seen clearing traders whose activities had obstructed traffic flow, endangered pedestrians, and littered the environment.

The Lagos State Government has intensified enforcement against street trading and other environmental infractions, insisting that the actions are necessary to safeguard lives, reduce congestion, and promote a cleaner city.

“Our enforcement team is currently dislodging illegal street traders constituting nuisance at 2nd Rainbow Junction, inward Mile 2. These activities obstruct traffic flow, endanger pedestrians, and litter the environment,” he said.

He added that the government would not relent in its drive to ensure a sustainable urban environment.

“We remain committed to keeping our roads safe, clean, and free of all forms of environmental infractions,” Wahab added.

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