The Lagos State Government has said that Ladipo Market has not been reopened, contrary its statement earlier on Monday.
A latter statement by the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) the same day quoted its Managing Director/CEO, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin as saying that the market remained closed because it was observed that its management had not fully met stipulated mandatory safety and environmental measures earlier outlined by the Authority.
He said: “Our primary concern is the safety of the people and environmental well-being at marketplaces. Reopening is contingent upon strict adherence to the safety conditions set forth by LAWMA. It is imperative that all necessary precautions are taken to prevent any potential risks”.
Gbadegesin added that while several markets had successfully met the outlined safety requirements and had been permitted to resume business, Ladipo Market would also be reopened to business activities, once it passed the requisite safety audit.
