Lagos council chair criticises market businesses in toilet facilities
The Executive Chairman of Kosofe Local Government Area, Moyo Ogunlewe, has voiced concerns about a food shop and hair salon operating inside toilet facilities at the Onabanjo Street market in Oworoshoki, Lagos. Ogunlewe discovered the situation during an unannounced inspection of the market, which also included supervising ongoing road construction. He highlighted the public health risks and engaged with traders, officials, and community members about the unsanitary arrangement. The incident was documented in a video shared by Ogunlewe.
What we know
- Moyo Ogunlewe found a food shop and salon operating inside market toilet facilities during an unscheduled inspection.
- He confronted traders and pointed out the health risks of running businesses in such unsanitary conditions.
- The video showed exposed plumbing and unfinished walls where the businesses were set up.
- Ogunlewe spoke with a local elder, stressing the seriousness of the issue and questioning the practice.
- He stated that unannounced visits to markets and construction sites are part of his approach to improving local governance.
