At a press briefing in Osogbo on Tuesday, YAN Speaker Fatomi Hammed expressed frustration over what he termed the government’s prolonged inaction on the matter. He warned that failure to respond within the specified timeframe would lead to a large-scale peaceful protest, which he described as a demonstration of public demand for fairness and accountability.

Hammed highlighted several exploitative practices, including high inspection fees, false property representations, and unjustified rent hikes. He accused some agents of collecting upfront payments only to become unreachable or deny tenants access to the rented properties.

According to him, numerous appeals and formal communications had previously been submitted to both the executive and legislative arms of the state government, yet no tangible steps had been taken to protect citizens.

“We have exhausted all diplomatic channels, submitted petitions, and engaged the relevant institutions, but our concerns remain unacknowledged,” he said. “It’s disheartening that the government has chosen silence in the face of such a pressing social issue.”

While acknowledging the strides made by Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration in infrastructure and youth empowerment, Hammed emphasized that the housing crisis posed a serious threat to the state’s growth and stability.

He added, “This is not an attack on the government or its leadership. It is a call for action to ensure housing policies are fair, accessible, and enforced in the interest of the people. Unchecked exploitation will only deter investment, push away skilled youth, and undermine the administration’s developmental efforts.”

YAN urged the government to establish effective regulatory measures for housing transactions, create accessible complaint channels for victims, and ensure transparency in dealings between agents, landlords, and tenants.

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The Lagos State Government, through its Ministry of Transportation, has issued a seven-day ultimatum to residents and Community Development Associations (CDAs) to dismantle all unauthorized gates and barriers installed on public streets.

This directive follows the proliferation of unapproved gates, particularly in the Lekki axis, which have been identified as obstacles to traffic flow, emergency response, and public safety.

Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, in a statement on Monday, described the growing disregard for established guidelines governing gated streets as concerning. He declared all gates erected without prior government approval illegal, stressing the need for immediate removal.

“All gates and barriers installed without prior authorization from the Lagos State Government are illegal and will be removed. Any unauthorized gate or barrier must be dismantled within seven (7) days of this announcement. Failure to comply will result in enforcement actions, including removal and penalties, in line with existing regulations,” Osiyemi said.

The commissioner reminded CDAs of their obligation to adhere strictly to operational guidelines for approved gates. These include keeping gates fully open for public use from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily and ensuring immediate access during emergencies between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.

“Gates or barriers on public roads or streets must remain fully open for public use between 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. daily to ensure interconnectivity and free traffic flow across the State. All approved gates or barriers must be manned by security personnel engaged by the Community Development Associations (CDAs). However, between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., these gates or barriers may remain closed but must be opened promptly in the event of an emergency to allow free access and exit for first responders,” Osiyemi stated.

The commissioner urged all residents and CDAs to comply strictly with the guidelines to maintain a safe and efficient transportation network.

“Failure to adhere to these guidelines will incur punitive measures against non-compliant CDAs, including fines and further enforcement actions from the State Government. All residents in gated streets or areas with barriers are encouraged to ensure compliance with these regulations to maintain a safe and accessible transportation network across the state,” he added.

The Lagos State Government has emphasized the importance of compliance to ensure public safety, reduce traffic congestion, and maintain interconnectivity across the state.

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