Lagos reopens Oyingbo, Ile-Epo markets, as Ladipo market remain shut

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has announced the re-opening of Oyingbo, Alamutu Ologede and Ile-Epo markets, which were recently closed for filthy environment, poor waste collection and dirty environs.

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, who announced the re-opening of the markets, noted the importance of stringent compliance measures in safeguarding public health and shielding residents against future health crises.

“Following extensive renovations and compliance measures including, the implementation of stringent conditions and a written mandatory undertaking for reopening, Ladipo Market, Oyingbo Market, Alamutu Ologede Market, and Ile-Epo Oke Odo Market, have been reopened today for business transactions”.

The LAWMA CEO emphasized that the re-opened markets had to comply with a set of mandatory conditions listed for them prior to resuming operations.

GOVT REOPENS OYINGBO, OTHER MARKETS

… Warns that future violation will attract stiffer penalties

LAWMA has announced the reopening of Oyingbo, Alamutu Ologede and Ile-Epo markets, recently sealed for filth and gross environmental abuse.https://t.co/fSOESgXArS@muyiwag pic.twitter.com/fr1VZnMMiz

— LAWMA (@Lawma_gov) October 9, 2023

LAWMA however, said that the Ladipo market is yet to be re-opened as it is yet to perfect the safety and environmental conditions required.

LADIPO MARKET REMAINS CLOSED – LASG

The Lagos State Government has said that Ladipo Market has not been reopened, as it is yet to perfect some environmental and safety conditions, required before recommencing business activities.

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— LAWMA (@Lawma_gov) October 9, 2023