Lagos Restricts Building Site Working Hours 

• The working hours on building site was slated for 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Saturday.
• The State government explained that the decision to restrict working hours at building sites is aimed at safeguarding the environment.
• Olumide encouraged residents to report any site found violating the order

The Lagos State Government has issued a directive limiting working hours at building sites statewide to 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Saturday, Eko Hot Blog reports.

Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, made the announcement on Thursday in Alausa, emphasizing that the restriction order must be followed by all involved in building construction in the state.

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Relevant government agencies will be responsible for ensuring compliance with the new working hours.

However, exceptions may be granted on a case-by-case basis, provided that a formal application is submitted and reviewed by the appropriate authorities.

Olumide explained that the decision to restrict working hours at building sites is aimed at safeguarding the environment, reducing building collapse incidents, and promoting social well-being and wellness.

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The commissioner encouraged residents to report any site found violating the order, ensuring that the Lagos State Government can effectively implement this new policy.

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