The Lagos State Government shut down the popular Ladipo Spare Parts Market in Mushin on Sunday, 8 February 2026, following what authorities described as persistent environmental violations and disregard for public order.

The enforcement action, carried out along the busy Apapa–Oshodi Expressway corridor, was disclosed by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, via a public statement on social media. He explained that the decision came after repeated infractions by traders and operators within the market area.

According to the commissioner, officials cited indiscriminate dumping of refuse on road medians and highways, as well as widespread illegal street trading, as key reasons for the closure. These activities, he noted, not only degrade the environment but also obstruct traffic flow and pose risks to public safety.

Ladipo Market, widely known as a major hub for automobile spare parts in Lagos and beyond, was sealed as part of the state’s broader enforcement campaign to strengthen compliance with environmental regulations. Authorities say the move reflects a firm, zero-tolerance stance against poor waste management practices and activities that contribute to urban disorder.

The government has consistently issued warnings to traders, market leaders, and residents across the state, urging them to refrain from street trading and unlawful waste disposal. Officials maintain that monitoring and enforcement operations will continue across Lagos, with defaulters facing similar sanctions.