The Lagos State House of Assembly has officially ordered an immediate halt to the ongoing demolitions in the Makoko waterfront community following intense pressure from residents and civil society activists.
Majority Leader of the House, Noheem Adams made this declaration via a statement on Tuesday.
Our correspondent reports that the suspension is coming after series of protests against the demolition by activists and residents of the area.
JomogNews reports that members of various civil societies, activists and residents of the area had earlier kicked against demolitions in the area.
Adams, who spoke on behalf of his colleagues, explained that the house gave the directive to suspend the demolitions after a meeting between the lawmakers and representatives of the community.
He added that the assembly will work with relevant ministries and agencies to review issues surrounding the demolitions.
He also disclosed that and all the stakeholders will be properly engaged in the exercise.
Adams, in the statement said, “On behalf of the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, and honourable members of this House, we are taking this matter seriously. All ongoing demolitions should be stopped.”
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