A section of the Ladipo International Spare Parts Market in Mushin, Lagos, has been sealed by the Lagos State Government over alleged environmental infractions, leaving traders stranded and business activities abruptly halted.

The enforcement action, which was earlier reported by Mushines on Sunday, February 9, 2026, affected warehouses stretching from the Cana axis to the Ladipo Road junction along the Oshodi–Apapa Expressway, near the Murtala Muhammed International Airport flyover bridge. The government cited offences including indiscriminate refuse dumping and street trading that obstruct the free flow of traffic along the corridor.

A visit to the affected area showed that all warehouses within the sealed section were under lock and key. Traders were seen loitering along the roadside, while some containers remained unloaded. Interestingly, the environment appeared noticeably cleaner, with road medians cleared of refuse.

Reacting to the development, the Baba Oja of the market, Eze Monday Lawrence, appealed to the state government for leniency, assuring authorities that traders would comply with environmental regulations.

“We are appealing to the government for the reopening of the affected market section and assuring them that we will do the needful, abide by the state rules and regulations concerning refuse disposal, and meet every other condition given to us,” the Baba Oja said.

He added that meetings had been held with leaders of the affected section and that all hands were on deck to ensure compliance with all conditions stated by the government.

Also speaking, Mr Innocent, manager of Conference Warehouse, one of the affected facilities, confirmed that discussions had already been held with government officials.

“We have met with the authorities and promised to comply fully with the state’s environmental rules. We understand that once the stated conditions are met, our warehouses will be reopened,” he said.

However, many traders expressed deep concern over the impact of the closure on their livelihoods, noting that the week had just begun, which is a crucial trading period for many.

“This is where we make our daily bread. If the shops are shut even for hours, it affects us badly — not to talk of days,” said Mr Emeka Ehiedioha, a trader in the area. “We are appealing to the government to reopen our warehouses. We will meet all the conditions to prevent a future occurrence,” he added.

Ehiedioha also argued that traders were not solely responsible for the refuse found on road medians.

“Each warehouse has its own waste bin, and we don’t dump refuse on the road. When we close, we dispose of our waste properly. By the next morning, the place is littered by people who throw refuse from cars and passers-by, not from our market,” he said.

As of the time of filing this report, traders continue to await official directives on when the sealed section will be reopened, while pledging improved compliance with environmental standards.