Rhodes-Vivour urges transparent probe
Isale Eko Descendants Union (IDU) has called for urgent comprehensive reset of the Lagos Island Central Business District (CBD) to curb incessant fire incidents leading to loss of lives and property in the area.
Chairman of IDU, Mr Adeniji Kazeem (SAN) made the call when he led members of the Union to the site of the devastating fire incident that struck the popular Dosunmu Market on Lagos Island last week.
He also commiserated with the Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the people of Lagos Island and all those affected by the calamity on the damage, massive loss of personal property and buildings of ordinary citizens.
Kazeem commended the efforts of Governor Sanwo-Olu in addressing the aftermath of the fire by ordering the clearing of shanties and unauthorised structures in the area. He expressed optimism that these measures would pave way for a return to normalcy and prevent a recurrence of similar incidents.
While expressing gratitude that there was no loss of life in the incident, he stressed the importance of preventing such disasters from occurring in the future.
The chairman said the aftermath of the fire has laid bare the urgent need for improved fire safety measures, better infrastructure and stricter enforcement of regulations. He said: “The fire at the Dosunmu Market is a wake-up call for authorities to address the underlying issues that have contributed to the frequent outbreaks of fires in the metropolis.
“As we reflect on the devastating impact of the fire at Dosunmu Market, let us remember the resilience and strength of the community.
“Let us stand in solidarity with those affected and support efforts to rebuild and reset the CBD. Together, we can create a safer, more vibrant and prosperous future for all,” Kazeem said.
Speaking further, the chairman of IDU highlighted the readiness of the body to collaborate with the government and other stakeholders in the restoration and revitalisation of the community.
MEANWHILE, Labour Party Governorship Candidate in Lagos State in 2023, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has called for an honest and transparent investigation into the fire incident in Dosumu Market.He urged the government to ensure that its plan to build an ultramodern market in the area does not hinder the initial occupants from affording it.
Rhodes-Vivour, who stated this during a visit to the market yesterday, lamented the amount of loss occasioned by the incident. He also lamented that the damages wouldn’t have been so much if there was proper planning, saying the state’s Central Business District should up its game.
Rhodes-Vivour called for the use of solar energy and inverters to generate power in market places instead of the commonly used tiger generators.
