I am not sure of the exact reasons why the Lagos State Government would take such step against the people. But I’m not surprised, judging by the pedigree and past radical deeds of the state government. Although the move could be a precautionary measure to make the environment look beautiful, but the state must consider that the people have rights which should not be trampled upon and not just issue out laws and expect everyone to succumb to them. Some people make a living in dry cleaning business. With the directive, where will they dry these clothes after washing them? No matter how clean they want Lagos to be, banning the spreading of clothes outside is not the way to go about it. The government must state in clear terms why people shouldn’t spread their clothes outside. They are just dishing out random decrees and making citizens suffer. I feel it’s not just democratic of the government. – Ojei Omogie It is a good decision The idea of spreading clothes on balconies, fences, etc, is not good at all. Looking back at the compound I once lived, it makes the entire building look very untidy and gives the passers-by the impression that the compound is over-crowded and the occupants are uneducated. Anyway, how does the government want to correct this error which has eaten deep considering the nature of buildings and the compounds? –Ikpeamanam Uche It’s a welcome development I believe it is a good move by the government because when you go to some areas, you’ll be surprised and even embarrassed by the way they litter their clothes all over the place. It makes the environment look untidy, and this practice has been abused. It’s a welcome development, at least itwill make the environment look more decent and appealing. Residents will have to adjust to this new rule or face the penalty. –Femi Okunnuwa It’s unfair I am not supporting this decision because I believe it is unfair on the citizens of Lagos State. The houses belong to them and they should be free to make use of the compounds. People are not expected to dry clothesinside their house. –Idowu Omowunmi Government has misplaced priorities I think this decision was taken to keepLagos clean. But I don’t know whetherto condemn the idea of spreading of clothes outside or encourage it. However, if residents can’t spread clothes within the space in their compound, where else are they expected to do that? Are they discouraging us from drying our clothes in the sun? Maybe I’m wrong but I guess there are better and more pressing issues the Lagos State Government can attend to, such as security, electricity and traffic problems. The state government should think of ways to make Lagos more habitable and peaceful for residents rather than making it more difficult. Yes, Lagos wants to be like London, but let’s put other things in place. –Adeyinka Oni Use of hangers better I agree with this one and I do not think spreading clothes in the open should be encouraged in any way. People should be sensitised on the dangers involved in spreading clotheson fences, which could be an invitation to reptiles. A better way to spread clothes would be to use hangers on twine held by poles. Asides from the dangers posed, I also think that it is not a standard practice.It does not present a beautiful sight with clothes strewn on fences, bridge railings and all. It appears untidy. Clothes should just be simply hung ontwines or use hangers. But I also thinkthat, instead of this, why is the state government not tackling more pressing needs such as refuse dumps,incessant flooding and bad roads in the state? – Oyinlola Sobowale Plan is trivial The present government in Lagos State has shown itself among other administrations in the country to be strong with laws and prudent with its stance on reforming the state. It is good that the administration glows with legal luminaries who know the law, but they fail to understand the laws of the common man, his plights, challenges and financial capability. They do not know the frustrations of the common man: that he can barely feed, send his children to school or find a decent place to lay his head after a stressful day with no earning. It is only when the poor have solved some of these challenges that the government can start talking about matters as trivial as seizing clothes onrailings and public places. The average Lagosian has a choice to protest but he knows the law is not his friend. –Adausu Emuobometronaija/lagosians-react-to-ban-on-clothes-spreading/ posted on jtnng.blogspot/
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