Lagos Reopens Oko-Oba Abattoir After 10-Day Closure
The Lagos State Government has ordered the immediate reopening of the Oko-Oba Abattoir in Agege, just 10 days after it was shut down over environmental violations.
The facility was closed on June 20 following an inspection that uncovered widespread disregard for sanitation laws regulating abattoir operations.
However, after the operators met the required hygiene and sanitation standards, the state gave the green light for the abattoir to resume operations.
Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, confirmed the development.
According to him, “The operators have substantially complied with the minimum benchmark for the operations of abattoirs in the state, which was flagrantly flouted, necessitating the closure.”
Wahab stated that officials from his ministry would now carry out monthly inspections at the facility to ensure continuous compliance.
He warned operators against engaging in unhygienic practices, mismanaging waste, or handling animal products improperly.
A visit to the abattoir on Saturday morning showed that activities had resumed, with both operators and buyers back to their usual business routines.
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