CITIZENS COMPASS- Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered the closure of Dosunmu Market in Lagos Island after a fire incident on Tuesday.
He disclosed this on Thursday, April 11, 2024, during his visit to the market.
Sharing pictures from his visit on his Facebook page on Thursday, Sanwo-Olu wrote, “Dear Lagosians, following the tragic fire at Dosunmu Market, I visited the site to assess the damage and meet with affected individuals.
“The fire, a result of mishandling flammable materials, led to significant loss. We have initiated a full investigation to determine the cause and implement stricter safety protocols.
“An integrity test on standing structures is now mandatory, and Dosunmu Market will remain closed until we can ensure the safety of all structures and compliance with regulations. Unapproved buildings will be demolished.
“The Ministry of Physical Planning will intensify its efforts to enforce building codes and prevent misuse of residential properties. We cannot overlook the safety of our citizens.
“I assure all affected that we are exploring every avenue to assist you and prevent future incidents.”
Recall that 14 high-rise buildings were gutted by fire and four of the buildings collapsed on Tuesday.
This occurred barely 24 hours after a fire incident on Monday.
