Lagos shuts down 12 hotels, malls over unsafe elevators

The Lagos State Safety Commission has taken decisive action, sealing no fewer than 12 facilities across the state due to persistent non-compliance with mandatory lift and elevator safety regulations. This enforcement drive, which included prominent locations like Admiralty Way in Lekki Phase 1 and parts of Ikeja, targets hotels, shopping malls, and other buildings whose operators have repeatedly ignored warnings.

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several buildings, shopping malls, and hotels had failed to heed its warnings on the need to comply with the “mandatory lift and elevator safety regulations.”

The core issue lies in the failure of property owners and managers to register their lift systems with the state government for essential inspection, maintenance, and safety monitoring. Despite multiple notices and reminders, these facilities have neglected their regulatory obligations, posing significant risks to users. The commission, represented by Chief Scientific Officer Sovi Tijani, stressed that registering lifts is crucial for routine checks and safeguarding lives.

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the failure of the “property owners and managers to register their lift systems with the state government for inspection, maintenance and safety monitoring.”

This clampdown is a clear signal from the Lagos State government that public safety is paramount. The commission has vowed to sustain its enforcement efforts, warning that poorly maintained elevators present grave dangers. Building owners and facility managers are urged to comply immediately by registering their lift systems and ensuring regular maintenance. Those who continue to defy these regulations will face further sanctions, as the state remains committed to creating a secure environment for all its residents and visitors.

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