Solar Installations in Lagos Government Estates Now Require Permits—Citizens React

A viral video captured Lagos officials stopping a resident from installing solar panels, demanding both approval and payment before any work could proceed. The Lagos government has confirmed this requirement applies only to inhabitants of government-owned estates, where solar installation is now classified as a “building alteration.” With erratic power supply and rising fuel and generator costs, many Nigerians turn to solar to meet basic electricity needs. Introducing permit fees feels like penalising those trying to solve their own power problems. Do you think this rule is necessary for safety and regulation, or is it just another burden on citizens? Share your view.

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