The Ogun State Government has introduced the Building and Construction Code 2025, alongside five new regulations, to guide construction activities and prevent building collapses. The initiative aims to address haphazard development practices across the state. Officials stated the code provides clear standards for building design, construction, and supervision. It also outlines requirements for approval processes and compliance monitoring. The government emphasized that adherence to the code would be mandatory for all developers and builders. The five regulations complement the code by specifying technical and administrative procedures for urban development projects. The move follows growing concerns over structural failures in parts of the state. No specific date was given for enforcement commencement.
The state is introducing new construction rules after building collapses have already raised alarms, yet offers no timeline for when the code becomes enforceable. Residents in high-risk areas remain exposed to unsafe structures during the delay. If the regulations were urgent, implementation would not be pending.
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