Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Saturday paid compensation to victims of the Docemo Fire incident on Lagos Island.
Sanwo-Olu said the gesture was a testament to his administration’s commitment to supporting victims of the disaster.
The Docemo fire on April 9, 2024, affected many buildings and properties worth millions.
Governor Sanwo-Olu visited the market on April 11 to see the traders and promised to compensate them after a proper enumeration of the people affected.
In fulfilment of his promise, the Governor presented compensation worth hundreds of millions of Naira to the victims.
He announced N2,500,000, N1,500,000 and N750,000 compensation to different traders based on the enumeration process.
The Governor said his administration remains dedicated to providing immediate relief and long-term support to all Lagosians.
He said: “We came here after the fire incident and promised you that we would come back. We sympathise with all the victims of the incident. The committee has done inventory of those affected, and we will compensate people according to the enumeration process.
“We are here today to fulfill the promise we made to you. We have three categories of compensation – N2,500,000, N1,500,000, and N750,000. What we are giving you is a bank draft, and once you get to the bank, you will get the money. We will also start payment of compensations to all the tenants, shop owners, and shop hires in Pelewura Market from Monday.
“Our administration remains dedicated to providing immediate relief and long-term support to all Lagosians. Together, we will continue to rise above challenges and build a more resilient Lagos.”
Some of the beneficiaries expressed appreciation for the gesture and promised to make good use of the money.