Lagos urges residents to report urban planning violations
The Lagos state government has urged the state residents to actively participate in urban planning by reporting any violation of regulations.
The state commissioner for physical planning and urban development, Oluyinka Olumide, gave the advice in a statement on Wednesday.
The statement was signed by the ministry’s deputy director of public affairs, Mukaila Sanusi.
Mr Olumide said: “Proper planning cannot be done without the support and contribution of the people.
“This is why my doors are always open for residents of Lagos to make their complaints, report any observed untoward developments, and contribute generally to the sustainable development of the state.”
He encouraged the residents to report any illegal construction, unauthorised developments or other planning violations within the state.
He encouraged the residents to report any illegal construction, unauthorised developments or other planning violations within the state.
The commissioner urged the residents to report infractions directly to his office using the Lagos MPP&UD App available on Google Play Store and iOS App Store.
He said that the residents could also call the ministry’s hotlines: 07030653241 and 08034698264.
He assured residents that their identities as whistleblowers would be protected.
Mr Olumide said that the ministry would take actions against any officers of the ministry found to be involved in or condoning illegal activities.
He said that by working together with residents, the government could create a more livable, organised and sustainable environment.
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