The Lagos State Government have declared zero tolerance for for street trading in the state, especially on the Third Mainland Bridge and Eko Bridge.
The Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental services, Gaji Omobolaji Tajudeen in a statement stressed that the action was in line with the T.H.E.M.E.S. Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to promote a cleaner and more aesthetic environment.
Tajudeen warned that anyone apprehended will face prosecution at the Mobile Courts in line with the State Environmental laws, after confiscating all the wares they hawk and display on major roads.
“It had become imperative to re-sensitise and seek the support of all stakeholders to eradicate street trading and other environmental nuisances,”
“The warning is being given to encourage residents who are contravening the law to look for other legal businesses as enforcement agents and agencies will come after them”.
“The latest enforcement drive against street traders, when commenced, would be a continuous one that would also be sustained,” the statement added.
“Mr. Governor has given his go-ahead to the exercise, as many of the street traders are also criminals who masquerade as hawkers to attack unsuspecting motorists”.
He noted that adherence to the directive would ensure a cleaner and safer environment for all, as the State will no longer tolerate any act of indiscipline, hooliganism or any act of violence that can disrupt the prevailing peace in the State.
