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LAWMA to arrest buyers patronising illegal roadside traders in Lagos
Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk Emmanuel Agbo , as published by Premium Times
· September 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details on this development can be found through Premium Times Nigeria, which initially reported on the upcoming enforcement. A waste management agency has announced plans to crack down on illegal roadside trading.
A waste management agency has announced plans to crack down on illegal roadside trading. The enforcement is set to begin next week. Both traders and their customers will be liable to arrest. This move aims to address the issue of unauthorised trading activities.
The agency has stated its intention to take action against those involved in these activities. Buyers who patronise these traders will also face arrest.
Further details on this development can be found through Premium Times Nigeria, which initially reported on the upcoming enforcement.
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Category: safety Published: September 8, 2026 Source: Premium Times Reading time: 1 min
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