The Lagos State Government has sealed Oke-Afa market, Isolo, and Katangua market, Abule Egba, for violating waste disposal regulations, including various unhygienic practices around the markets, which constitute grave environmental violations.

This is contained in a statement signed by Mrs Folashade Kadiri, Director, Public Affairs, Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA).

LAWMA said that the closure of the markets became necessary to reduce mounting environmental health concerns.

Commenting on the development, the state Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, TOKUNBO WAHAB warned that any market or facility engaging in reckless waste disposal would be sanctioned.

The commissioner assured residents that the markets would remain sealed until rigorous hygiene and waste disposal measures are implemented, and compliance maintained.

WAHAB added that the state government was totally committed to ensuring cleanliness in all parts of the metropolis.