The Lagos State Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development on Friday intensified its enforcement efforts at the Okunde Bluewater Scheme along Lekki Coastal Road, clearing illegal occupants and dismantling makeshift structures erected on state-owned land.
The enforcement exercise, led by the Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Ekundayo Alebiosu, is part of an ongoing clean-up campaign aimed at restoring order and protecting public infrastructure in alignment with the Lagos State Mega City Master Plan.
Addressing journalists during the operation, Alebiosu issued a stern warning to individuals considering a return to the cleared site to erect unauthorized structures.
“We cleared this large expanse of land late last year, and it is no longer business as usual. Any attempts to rebuild shanties or makeshift structures on this site will be met with swift enforcement,” the commissioner stated.
He emphasized that such illegal settlements not only undermine urban planning efforts but also pose serious environmental and security risks. He reaffirmed the state’s commitment to reclaiming and preserving coastal zones for strategic development.
“This operation is not just about aesthetics. These structures pose a significant risk to the environment and public safety. We are committed to enforcing the law and protecting our coastline,” Alebiosu added.
The Ministry called on all encroachers to vacate restricted areas voluntarily, warning that enforcement activities would persist across Lagos without compromise.
The clean-up initiative underscores the state government’s resolve to maintain the integrity of its waterfronts and prevent the reemergence of unplanned developments that threaten its long-term urban vision.
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