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Lagos State Seals Off Gorodom and Alagbafo Markets Over Environmental Infractions

… Tokunbo Wahab leads enforcement

The Lagos State Government has sealed off Gorodom and Alagbafo markets on Lagos Island due to multiple environmental violations. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made the announcement on his X (Twitter) handle on Sunday, emphasizing the government’s commitment to enforcing environmental standards.

The move has sparked mixed reactions from traders and residents. One user, identified as “The Perfume Seller,” criticized the decision, stating, “No reasonable government will seal off the most visited market in the state.” Conversely, another user, John, supported the action, arguing, “It was a step in the right direction, judging from the fact that Lagos is gradually becoming a tourism state desired by fun seekers all over the world. Our markets cannot be dirty.”

This is not the first time the Lagos State Government has taken such action. Similar enforcement measures have been carried out against Oyingbo, Ladipo, Alayabiagba, Oke-Odo, and Alaba Rago markets, as well as Alade Market in Ikeja and several plazas around Tejuosho Market, all in a bid to address environmental infractions, particularly improper waste disposal and illegal waste burning.

Reports indicate that the government remains steadfast in its mission to maintain a healthy and sustainable environment, with officials stressing that compliance with environmental laws is non-negotiable.

Meanwhile, on Sunday, Wahab led a government delegation—including Special Adviser on Environment, Olakunle Rotimi-Akodu, and Permanent Secretary, Office of Drainage Services, Mahmood Adegbite—on an inspection of the Savage/Elegbata/Bombata drainage channel around the Olowogbowo-Apongbon axis in Lagos Island.

The visit was part of ongoing efforts to ensure proper waste management and sanitation across the state.

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