Lagos state government has reopened Alaba international market and some markets at the trade fair complex, in Ojo local government.
Commissioner for the environment and water resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the markets were reopened after the environmental issues had been addressed.
According to him, claims that political motives were behind the closure of the markets were unfounded, stressing that the step was taken to ensure clean and healthy environment around business facilities.
Commenting on the reopening of the markets, Managing Director of Lagos Waste Management Authority, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said it worked with market officials to ensure the attainment of environmental standards.
