The Lagos State Government has issued a firm warning to residents of state-owned housing estates, urging strict adherence to all existing rules and regulations governing occupancy and property management within the estates. The call for compliance comes amid rising concerns over observed infractions and disregard for laid-down policies in several government-developed housing communities across the state.
In a statement made available to the public, the state government emphasized that its housing estates were designed with structured guidelines meant to preserve order, safety, and the integrity of public infrastructure. It warned that continued contravention of these provisions could lead to sanctions, including possible eviction or other legal consequences, as permitted under existing housing laws.
The government expressed particular concern over illegal structural alterations, indiscriminate installation of attachments, improper waste disposal, conversion of residential spaces for commercial use without approval, and other acts deemed inimical to the orderly living environment expected in state-managed estates.
Residents were reminded that these estates are public assets intended to serve not just as shelter but as well-organised communities with rules aimed at protecting the interest of all occupants. Authorities reiterated that regular inspections would be carried out by relevant agencies to enforce compliance and address any violations swiftly.
The Lagos State Government also appealed to allottees, tenants, and homeowners to demonstrate civic responsibility by respecting the rules set out in their tenancy agreements and estate covenants. It stressed that cooperation from residents is crucial in the government’s drive to maintain sustainable urban development and decent living standards across the state.
The state’s Ministry of Housing, in collaboration with other enforcement bodies, will continue its sensitization and monitoring exercises across all public housing projects to uphold discipline and ensure that government estates remain models of urban planning and community order.
