The General Manager, Lagos State Building Control Agency, LASBCA, Arch. Gbolahan Oki, has condemned the increasing attack of officials of the agency on official duties, stressing that the agency would not be deterred by the development.
Oki expressed his displeasure in his Ikeja Office while reacting to the recent attack on LABSCA officials with dangerous weapons and charms while on routine monitoring exercise along Musical Village, Awolowo Road, Ikorodu area of Lagos.
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He vowed that no amount of intimidation or harassment would make the agency go back on its mandate to ensure safe and secure buildings across the state.
“These assailants not only obstruct our staff but also hold them hostage for hours, these acts of hooliganism will not deter us from carrying out our duties,” Oki stated.
The General Manager while elaborating on the challenges faced daily by LASBCA staff stated, “Thankfully, we managed to overcome these attacks without any casualties.
“Our staff’s resilience and quick responses have played a crucial role in overpowering the assailants and preventing more severe consequences.
“These are the kinds of challenges we face daily in our bid to ensure that buildings in the State are safe and fit for habilitation.”
Oki, therefore, called on the general public to understand and support the agency in its mission to curb the menace of building collapses across the state noting that incidents of harassment and attacks tend to jeopardize the agency monitoring activities and can potentially pose significant threats to the public.
He reiterated the dedication of the agency to maintaining and enforcing building standards in Lagos State even in the face of adversity.
He also urged the citizens to collaborate in ensuring the safety and integrity of structures that will foster a secure environment for all.
“The assailant has since been handed over to security operatives for prosecution,” Oki stated.
