- it must be done in designated and lawful spaces without obstructing traffic
- Wahab also appealed to residents to maintain proper waste management practices during the festivities
- He stressed that environmental cleanliness and public health remain top priorities for the state government
Lagos State Government has cautioned traders against the roadside display and sale of rams and other livestock on highways, road medians, and other restricted public spaces during the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the warning was issued in a statement on Monday by the spokesperson of the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, Kunle Adeshina, following a media briefing by the Commissioner for the Environment, Tokunbo Wahab, held in Alausa.
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According to the statement, the Commissioner reminded residents that the ban on street trading remains fully in effect across Lagos State, despite seasonal demand for livestock during festive periods.
He explained that while the sale of rams and other animals is a normal part of Eid celebrations, it must be done in designated and lawful spaces without obstructing traffic or degrading the environment.
Wahab also appealed to residents to maintain proper waste management practices during the festivities, urging them to bag refuse properly and dispose of it only at approved collection points for evacuation by the Lagos Waste Management Authority.
He stressed that environmental cleanliness and public health remain top priorities for the state government, adding that ongoing sanitation efforts would continue to target waste accumulation across Lagos.
The commissioner further reiterated that the government would not tolerate the use of highways, road medians, lay-bys, parks, gardens, or other public spaces for the display or sale of livestock.
He also warned against other environmental violations, including illegal trading structures, indiscriminate dumping of refuse, and maintaining unsanitary surroundings, noting that enforcement measures would be strictly applied.
Wahab urged residents to comply voluntarily with environmental regulations, stressing that sustainable living depends on collective responsibility.
He also encouraged Lagosians to make use of approved recreational spaces during the holiday period and avoid activities that could undermine environmental order and public safety.
The government reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a cleaner and healthier environment throughout the festive season, while calling on residents to support efforts aimed at sustaining environmental hygiene and urban order.
