Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - The Lagos State House of Assembly has suspended the planned demolition of houses and structures in Makoko area of the state.
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.
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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