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Thieves Strip Streetlights on Long Ridge Road, Lagos Plunged into Darkness

Long Ridge Road in Lagos should guide commuters and secure businesses at night with its bright streetlights. Lately, scavengers have been dismantling poles piece by piece under cover of darkness. Metal arms, bolts and solar panels are stolen and sold as scrap. All that remains are bare stumps and gaps where light used to shine. This bold theft leaves residents and drivers at risk. Security agencies must step in quickly to restore safety and deter further damage.

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G
grace

How can residents band together to protect those streetlights and keep Long Ridge Road safe at night?

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K
kris

Which local groups or community leaders can residents reach out to for support in patrolling the streetlights?

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prince

It's odd that such a busy stretch went dark without any patrols noticing thieves stripping poles piece by piece.

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O
olivia

Blaming scavengers misses the bigger issue that government still hasn't invested in tougher fixtures or regular maintenance to deter theft.

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J
jaruma

Community patrols at night, stronger pole brackets, and reporting suspicious activity immediately could help restore lighting on Long Ridge Road.

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