Lagos State has drawn a red line, and illegal dredgers are on notice. Through its Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development (MWID), the government is taking an uncompromising stance against what it calls one of the most dangerous threats to the city’s survival: the unrelenting menace of illegal dredging.
Hon. Commissioner Dayo Bush-Alebiosu, speaking ahead of the historic 1st Waterfront Summit scheduled for 12th September 2025, minced no words. He accused those participating in or enabling illegal dredging of “engineering their own downfall,” warning that the social, economic, and environmental consequences are already eroding the very foundations of Lagos life.
“Illegal dredging is a silent destroyer. It accelerates erosion, worsens flooding, kills aquatic life, and wipes out the livelihoods of entire communities, particularly in vulnerable zones like Makoko,” Alebiosu declared. “We are not just talking about an environmental problem, this is a direct assault on our future.”
The Commissioner’s remarks reflect growing frustration with the brazen disregard for laws meant to protect the state’s fragile coastal and riverine ecosystems. He said the upcoming summit would be more than a talk shop, it would be a global stage to unite government agencies, riverine state representatives, environmental experts, community leaders, and private sector partners in crafting a decisive, enforceable action plan.
“We will not sit back while a few people destroy what belongs to all of us,” he vowed. “This summit will produce commitments and strategies that hold every player accountable. Lagos waterfronts are not for sale, abuse, or reckless exploitation.”
Alebiosu urged residents to take personal responsibility by rejecting and reporting illegal dredging activities, reminding them that the fight will be won only through collective action. Registration for the summit is open via all official MWID social media platforms.
By Lekan Olofinsusi
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