The Lagos State Government has sealed Idera Market in Oshodi for breaching the state’s environmental laws.
The closure was executed on Thursday by the Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) during a routine inspection of markets across the state.
LAGESC’s Corps Marshal, Major Olaniyi Olatunbosun Cole (rtd), announced that the market was shut down due to unsanitary conditions, including indiscriminate waste dumping and unhygienic practices. The market will remain closed indefinitely until further notice.
According to a statement by Ajayi Lukman, LAGESC’s Head of Public Affairs and Advocacy, the inspection team identified serious hygiene violations during routine checks, prompting the market’s closure. The statement emphasized the agency’s commitment to enforcing cleanliness in Lagos markets.
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Cole expressed concern over the market’s poor sanitary conditions, warning of potential health risks for both vendors and shoppers. He stressed that proper hygiene practices must be adopted to prevent disease outbreaks, and warned that other markets could face similar actions if they fail to meet hygiene standards.
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In recent months, Lagos State has shut down several major markets, including Mile 12, Ladipo, and Oyingbo, for non-compliance with sanitary regulations. Business establishments, including fast food outlets, have also faced closure for similar offenses.
The Lagos government has reaffirmed its dedication to enforcing environmental laws and maintaining public health standards across the state.