Lagos State Reopens Alaba Market, Others After Environmental Cleanup

The Lagos State government has lifted the ban on the Alaba International Market and some other markets at the Trade Fair Complex, Ojo, on Saturday. The markets were closed down earlier due to poor waste management and environmental violations.

The commissioner for the environment and water resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the markets were reopened after the market officials complied with the environmental standards set by the government.

He denied any political or ethnic bias behind the closure of the markets and said the aim was to ensure a clean and healthy business environment for all residents.

“The closure of those markets was not based on any ulterior motive, but on the need to ensure cleanliness and environmental sustainability for the benefit of everyone.

“The reopening of the markets was a result of rigorous assessment and implementation of strict environmental standards. These standards are meant to ensure that businesses in the state do not harm the environment or the well-being of the people,” Mr Wahab said.

He stressed the importance of maintaining a balance between commerce and environmental health. He said the government would continue to monitor and enforce the environmental regulations and would not hesitate to shut down any market or corporate facility that violates them.

The Managing Director of the Lagos Waste Management Authority, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said his agency worked with the market officials to achieve the environmental standards. He said it was vital for markets to operate in a way that was economically viable and environmentally responsible.

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