Grace Omachoko
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has inaugurated a four-storey office building for the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) to enhance building regulations and eliminate structural risks.
Sanwo-Olu commissioned the Building in GRA area of Ikeja, the state capital, and made it known via his X handle, formerly Twitter.
He noted that the new building which is called ‘The Green House’ was established to enhance building regulations and eliminate structural risks with the goal of curbing building collapse incidents and fostering a safe, compliant environment.
Sanwo-Olu emphasized that the government will not accommodate any form of leniency towards any building that doesn’t meet standards, stating that compliance is non-negotiable.
He urged stakeholders to adhere to urban planning rules and constructions code.
In his words, “Today, I Inaugurated the new, eco-friendly four-storey LASBCA office in GRA Ikeja called The Green House. This marks a pivotal moment in our efforts to enhance building regulations and eliminate structural risks.
“We won’t compromise on safety. My directive to all regulatory agencies is crystal clear: no leniency towards any building that doesn’t meet standards. The LASBCA ‘Green House’ will serve as a central hub for enforcing regulations and ensuring urban development.
“The ‘Green House’ is more than a building—it’s a turning point. This permanent base empowers LASBCA to enforce regulations seamlessly. Our goal: curbing building collapse incidents and fostering a safe, compliant environment.
“Compliance is non-negotiable and I urge stakeholders to adhere to our urban planning rules and construction codes. Our focus remains steadfast: zero tolerance for compromising safety. The LASBCA office is now a reliable source for approvals and guidance.
“This facility strengthens our resolve to uphold standards and collaborate for a safer Lagos.”
