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Senator Umeh Condemns Demolition At Lagos Trade Fair Complex, Calls Action “Illegal and Intimidatory”

Senator Victor Umeh has strongly criticized the recent demolition of structures at the Trade Fair Complex in Lagos, describing the move as “illegal” and “a deliberate act to intimidate the people.” Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, the senator expressed outrage over the actions of the Lagos State Commissioner for Physical Planning, who publicly defended the demolition.

“I am surprised that the Commissioner came on television to justify his illegal actions,” Umeh stated. “The Trade Fair Complex is a federal establishment. Federal lands are under the control of federal government agencies, not Lagos State. There are clear demarcations of jurisdiction between federal and state lands.”

The senator emphasized that the complex is managed by the Trade Fair Management Board, a federal agency, and insisted that Lagos State authorities have no legal claim over the land. He further emphasised that the demolition was carried out without prior notice to the traders, many of whom had received approvals for their structures from the federal board.

“All the structures at the complex were approved by the Trade Fair Management Board,” Umeh said. “This is not just a breach of protocol—it’s a calculated attempt to intimidate law-abiding citizens.”

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EFCC Nabs 19 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Niger State

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 19 individuals, including a woman, on suspicion of internet fraud in Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State. The arrests, made by operatives from the Kaduna Zonal Directorate, followed a tip-off about fraudulent online activities in the area.

According to the EFCC, the suspects were taken into custody on Friday, September 19, 2025. During the operation, authorities seized a variety of items believed to be used in their alleged schemes. Recovered items included a Honda Civic car, 33 mobile phones, five laptop computers, and a generator. Investigators also found three Bluetooth speakers, a white calabash, and other items described as "fe**sh."

The 18 men and one woman will be formally charged in court once the investigation is complete.

This operation underscores the Commission’s continued efforts to combat cybercrime and protect digital integrity across Nigeria.