Lagos state resident cries out over alleged fee for solar power permit in his apartment. pic.twitter.com/80G5kHHepl
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Lagos state government has clarified concerns on the issue of levies charged for installing solar power systems within a government housing estate.
The clarification follows a viral video where a resident raised concerns over an alleged demand by some officials for payment relating to the installation of a solar power system.
In response, the Senior Special Assistant on Media to the governor, Wale Ajetumobi, said the video making the rounds was misleading and based on a misunderstanding of the state’s guidelines for social housing estates.
According to him, the State Government does not charge general residents for solar installation permits, but the policy applies specifically to occupants of government-owned social housing estates.
He said tenants in such estates are required to obtain approval and pay administrative fees for any structural alteration, including solar power installations, as part of estate management regulations.
Ajetumobi noted that residents typically sign indemnity agreements before taking possession of the properties, which outline rules on modifications.
He added that the approval process is handled by relevant departments under the Ministry of Housing, including Physical Planning and Survey, to ensure compliance and safety.
According to him, the restriction is necessary because such estates already have designed power systems, and unapproved modifications could affect structural integrity or safety, including risks of fire or property damage.
He further stated that enforcement officers seen in the video were part of the Monitoring and Compliance Unit of the ministry, acting to ensure adherence to approved estate regulations.
