The Lagos State House of Assembly, has called on relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies of government to step up enforcement of safety laws to protect lives and property.
The call came following a recent gas explosion in the Ajeromi/Ifelodun area of Lagos that resulted in fatalities.
A recent gas explosion had led to the death of 15 residents with at least 35 others sustaining injuries according to their representative at the Lagos Assembly, Hon. Sabur Oluwa .Before the lawmakers observed a minute silence for the victims of the explosion, Obasa sympathised with the affected constituents and stressed the need to address the issue.He acknowledged that gas regulation falls under the ‘exclusive list’, but urged the state to find a way around it to prevent further tragedies.
“Our health sector should be commended,” he said while acknowledging the collaboration between arms of government resulting in elevated healthcare standards in the state.
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