- Agoro also emphasised that enforcement must go beyond declarations, urging the agency to intensify material testing
- Abdul added that the agency is committed to improving accuracy and reliability in its laboratory processes
- The retreat also featured discussions on enforcing the Lagos State Urban and Regional Planning and Development Law
The Lagos State Government has reiterated its resolve to strengthen the operations of the Lagos State Material Testing Laboratory Agency in tackling the use of inferior building materials, as part of broader efforts to prevent building collapses across the state.
This position was made known on Tuesday by the Head of Service, Olabode Agoro, during the opening of the agency’s maiden 2026 management retreat held in Epe, Eko Hot Blog reports.
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Represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission, Abdulrafiu Fashola, Agoro assured that the government would provide the needed backing to enforce a strict zero-tolerance stance on building failures.
He, however, stressed that officials must match this support with professionalism, integrity, and dedication.
He described the policy as a firm and necessary response by the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to address recurring incidents of structural collapse, especially amid increasing urban development.
Agoro also emphasised that enforcement must go beyond declarations, urging the agency to intensify material testing, conduct regular site inspections, and uphold accountability within the sector.
In her remarks, the General Manager of the agency, Olayinka Abdul, explained that the retreat was organised to ensure that government policies are effectively implemented.
She highlighted ongoing reforms, including the expansion of infrastructure, the establishment of additional sample collection centres, and the introduction of modern testing equipment and mobile units to boost efficiency and enforcement.
Abdul added that the agency is committed to improving accuracy and reliability in its laboratory processes, noting that the adoption of advanced technology would enhance quality assurance.
She further stressed the need for discipline, proper maintenance of facilities, and collective responsibility among staff to sustain the zero-tolerance approach.
The retreat also featured discussions on enforcing the Lagos State Urban and Regional Planning and Development Law, strengthening professional accountability through accreditation programmes, tackling substandard building materials, and promoting urban safety as part of sustainable development efforts.
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