During a ministerial press briefing commemorating the first year of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term in office, the Lagos State Government addressed the concerns of aggrieved occupants of Mende Villa Estate, Maryland, whose houses were recently demolished. The government directed them to seek redress through the Appeals Committee if they believe they were unfairly treated.
Furthermore, the government approved the temporary relocation of affected occupants to a safer and more suitable housing environment. Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, emphasized the importance of title documents in obtaining building approvals and urged residents without such documentation to engage with the Appeals Committee.
Highlighting the need for relocation, Dr. Olumide cited the case of Adeniji-Adele Estate, noting its vulnerability to flooding. The Commissioner reported that out of 8,042 applications, 5,961 planning permits were granted within the review period.
Dr. Olajide Babatunde, the Special Adviser on e-GIS and Urban Development, echoed concerns about Adeniji-Adele’s unsuitability for habitation due to flooding. He emphasized the necessity for empirical studies to guide urban development decisions, emphasizing the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of Lagos residents.
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