The Lagos State Government has identified 176 estate developments operating illegally across key areas such as Eti-Osa, Ajah, Ibeju-Lekki, and Epe, and has issued a 21-day deadline for their regularisation.
The Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development disclosed this in a statement signed by its Director of Public Affairs, Mukaila Sanusi, noting that the affected estates had failed to obtain necessary layout approvals from the ministry.
“These estates are considered illegal because their developers did not follow due process by securing layout approvals from the appropriate authorities,” Sanusi said.
“The list was made public to ensure transparency and promote compliance.”
Permanent Secretary in the Office of Physical Planning, Oluwole Sotire, explained that the developments were in violation of planning regulations and posed a threat to the state’s sustainable development goals as outlined in the government’s T.H.E.M.E.S+ Agenda.
He said, “The operation of these estates without formal approval undermines our vision of creating an organised and resilient smart city. This action is part of our commitment to enforcing urban planning regulations for the benefit of all residents.”
Among the named estates are Adron Homes in Elerangbe, Aina Gold Estate in Okun-Folu, Diamond Estate in Eputu, Prime Water View Garden in Ikate Elegushi, and Royal View Estate in Ikota.
Sotire stated that developers of the affected estates have been given a 21-day ultimatum to submit all relevant documentation to the ministry at Alausa, Ikeja, for proper layout approval processing.
“This routine exercise is in line with our mandate to regulate the physical development of both public and private estates in Lagos. It ensures our city grows in a structured, safe, and sustainable manner,” he added.
The Permanent Secretary also reiterated the need for all real estate developers and practitioners to register with the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority, which supervises the sector’s activities.
“This is a wake-up call to developers to operate within the confines of the law. Regularisation not only protects homebuyers but also contributes to the efficient delivery of infrastructure and services,” Sotire warned.
The Lagos State Government urged all stakeholders to cooperate in fostering a well-planned urban environment that supports the state’s long-term development goals.