Lagos Seals Buildings, Malls, Hotels Over Noncompliance With Lift Safety Regulations

The Lagos State government has sealed several buildings, shopping malls and hotels for failing to comply with mandatory lift and elevator safety regulations.

LEADERSHIP gathered that the Lagos State Safety Commission carried out the enforcement at more than 12 affected facilities across key locations, including Admiralty Way in Lekki Phase 1 and parts of Ikeja.

Officials of the Commission said that, following repeated failures by affected property owners and managers to register their lift systems with the state government for inspection, maintenance, and safety monitoring.

Leading the enforcement team, the Commission’s Chief Scientific Officer, Sovi Tijani, who represented the Director-General, Lanre Mojola, said the clampdown became necessary after persistent disregard for regulatory directives.

He explained that registration of lifts and elevators is crucial to ensuring routine inspection and safeguarding users in both public and private buildings.

According to him, the affected facilities had been served several notices and reminders but failed to comply within the stipulated time frame.

He said, “We duly served them notices, informing them of the need to comply before the expiration of the deadline, but they failed to do so.

“Some refused to acknowledge or collect the letters from our officials, while others attempted to obstruct our personnel during enforcement.”

He stressed that the Commission would conduct its enforcement drive to protect lives and property, warning that poorly maintained elevators pose significant safety risks.

Among the facilities sealed are The Heritage/AXA on Awolowo Road, Ikeja; Mosesola House, Debour House, Bosch House on Soji Adepegba Close; Bridge View, Elizabeth Court, 10Bou Towers, Brion Court, Footpints Apartments, Lekki Luxury Flats, as well as Brasas Mall on Admiralty Way, Lekki.

The Commission urges owners, facility managers and operators to comply with safety regulations by registering their lift systems and ensuring regular maintenance in line with government standards.

It reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a safe environment, warning that defaulters would continue to face sanctions until full compliance is achieved.