The Lagos State Government, in response to what it described as “propaganda, blackmail, and threats” from certain quarters, has promised to keep tearing down unlawful buildings built on drainage channels and other public spaces.The government's position is in reaction to the recent building demolitions in Lekki and other regions of the state, which have sparked condemnation from a number of people and organizations.
The demolitions have drawn criticism from Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State, who described them as "extra hardship on hapless citizens who are already battling with multi-dimensional poverty."
On Thursday, Tokunbo Wahab, the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, declared that the government will not back down from implementing its environmental regulations.
Wahab declared that the days of "anyhowness" are gone and that threats or propaganda will not influence the administration.
"We refuse to submit to threats, blackmail, or propaganda. Nobody can take advantage of the law and remain above the law. The law will operate as it pleases. "Anyhowness" is a thing of the past! said Wahab.
He continued by saying that everyone is being treated fairly by the government, which is not targeting any certain group.
"I see no color; I see no tribe; I see no ethnicity. I see the law and what's appropriate to do," he continued.