Timeless, Iceland Beach Shut Down Over Land Encroachment 

The Lagos State Government has officially sealed off two popular beach hangouts — Timeless Beach and Iceland Beach — citing multiple contravention offences and illegal encroachment on state-owned land.

The enforcement action was carried out on Monday by officials of the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development, as part of a larger operation to reclaim government-owned waterfront properties across the state.

Speaking during a press briefing in Lagos, Commissioner Hon. Dayo Bush Alebiosu revealed that 180 additional structures in the Okun-Ajah, Eti-Osa axis were also sealed due to non-compliance with development regulations and outright disregard for land ownership laws.

According to Alebiosu, the developers involved were served multiple notices and summons, which they blatantly ignored, leaving the state government with no alternative but to enforce strict action.

“This continuous disregard for laid-down rules and rightful property ownership will not be tolerated. We made every effort to engage the affected parties, but their refusal to cooperate has left us no choice,” he stated.

Some Complied, Others Flouted the Law

The commissioner noted that over 40 developers who previously received contravention notices had complied with state requirements, obtained their E-Survey documents, and were accommodated under the law. However, others chose to flout the regulations by continuing construction on government-owned land.

Arrests Made During Enforcement

In the course of the operation, over 20 suspected offenders were apprehended by the enforcement team and are currently in police custody.

“They will face the full wrath of the law. This is not just about protecting state land — it’s about enforcing a development order that ensures long-term, sustainable use of Lagos’ waterfront,” Alebiosu emphasized.

Lagos Reaffirms Commitment to Waterfront Integrity

The commissioner concluded by reaffirming the state’s dedication to upholding property laws and curbing illegal developments, especially in sensitive zones like the Lagos coastline and waterfront corridors.

“Lagos is not against leisure or development. But rules must be followed. We must preserve the integrity of our environment and secure land ownership for future generations.”