Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has admonished landlords and property owners in the State to refrain from raising rents and prices of their landed property.
Sanwo-Olu issued the admonition during the inauguration of key infrastructure projects in Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government Area of the State.
The governor commissioned the Abiola-Ajayi-Ogba and Obawole-Iju-Ishaga road projects during the event on Monday.
He, however, stressed that these developments aim to provide relief to residents rather than add to their burdens.
“I appeal to landlords and landowners: do not increase your rents and property prices. The essence of the infrastructure built is to bring relief to the people and not burden residents,” he stated.
The newly inaugurated 643-meter road, featuring a bridge and slip roads, connects areas that were previously accessible only via makeshift wooden bridges requiring a crossing fee.
“I am committed to addressing the long-standing problems of communities, including flooding and commuting. These projects symbolise our dedication to improving Lagosians’ daily lives,” Sanwo-Olu added