The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has sealed an ongoing construction project and issued a 72-hour ultimatum to another property within the Lekki–Ikoyi corridor over unauthorised development.
In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), LASBCA said its enforcement team on Thursday sealed a building under construction on Femi Okunnu Road, Alexander Avenue, after the developers failed to obtain the necessary building permits.
The agency emphasised that strict adherence to building regulations is vital to curb the spread of illegal developments and to maintain safety and order in Lagos’ fast-growing urban landscape.
In a related action, LASBCA issued a 72-hour notice to QMB Mart, directing the removal of all illegal structures erected on Coastal Road and beneath the powerline.
According to the Special Adviser to the Governor on E-GIS and Urban Development, Dr. Olajide Abiodun, the affected space had been designated strictly as a parking area. However, occupants allegedly converted it into a commercial hub, setting up a laundromat, clubhouse, and eatery without official approval.
“Development in Lagos must follow due process,” Abiodun said. “Any structure erected without approval or any change of use of government-allocated spaces without authorisation is illegal. The state remains committed to enforcing its master plan.”
LASBCA’s General Manager, Gbaye Florence, reaffirmed the agency’s determination to intensify monitoring across all development zones.
“Our mandate is to ensure that buildings in Lagos are safe and meet global standards,” she said. “Any developer who flouts building regulations will face enforcement measures.”
The agency maintained that its state-wide enforcement exercise will continue as part of efforts to eliminate unsafe and unauthorised structures, ensuring a safer and more orderly Lagos.
Earlier this week, LASBCA announced plans to step up inspections and compliance drives across all 57 local government and local council development areas, reinforcing the state government’s commitment to public safety and urban discipline.
