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Occupation Of Spaces under Lagos Bridges Poses Serious Environmental, Health, And Security Risks

The occupation of spaces under Lagos bridges poses serious environmental, health, and security risks. It blocks drainage, causes flooding, and fosters crime. While the government has attempted to clear illegal structures, enforcement remains inconsistent. Prosecution is necessary to deter violations, but sustainable relocation plans, such as low-cost housing and organized markets, are also needed. Lasting change requires both strict law enforcement and social welfare policies.

This is a critical issue that affects not just Lagos but many urban centers in Nigeria. The occupation of spaces under bridges for makeshift markets and residences poses serious environmental, health, and security risks. Beyond blocking drainage systems—leading to flooding—it creates unsanitary living conditions that breed disease and contribute to urban decay.

The Lagos State government has made multiple attempts to clear illegal structures and enforce urban planning laws, but enforcement has often been inconsistent. Without strict penalties and sustainable relocation plans for affected individuals, the problem tends to resurface.

Prosecution of offenders, as you suggested, is necessary to deter future violations. However, the government must also ensure alternative solutions, such as low-cost housing, organized marketplaces, and economic support programs, to prevent displaced individuals from returning to similar conditions elsewhere.

Ultimately, urban discipline and law enforcement must go hand in hand with social welfare policies to achieve lasting change.

Well done to the Hon Commissioner in Lagos State for this bold stride!

Dr. Amiida

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