Havillah Event Centre, Oniru, Victoria Island, where fuel was shared as a party souvenir has been sealed off by the Lagos State government for violating safety regulations.
The centre was sealed by officials of the Lagos Safety Commission and the Rapid Response Squad “for Contravening Public Safety Rules”.
Gbenga Omotoso, the Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy spokesman, on Saturday revealed that the state government would probe the use of petrol as souvenir at the party.
The statement came after the agency’s attention was drawn to a viral video showing ushers handing out kegs loaded with the highly flammable liquid.
Omotoso, in a statement, said there was no doubt that the action was dangerous and could lead to loss of lives and property, and it was against all safety measures in such places.
He stated that the Lagos State Government, through the Safety Commission will ensure that all parties to “the reprehensible action are made to account for it”.
“The safety of lives and property of Lagosians and visitors remains a top priority to government.
“We, therefore, advise that actions that can lead to loss of lives and property be avoided,’’ Omotoso added.
Reports also say that the police has ordered the arrest of the culprits.
UNCLE DEJI@DejiAdesogan· FLASH: Lagos State Safety Commission and the Rapid Response Squad has sealedHavillahEventCentre, Oniru, for Contravening Public Safety Rules (Fuel Souvenir at party recently) as Lagos CP orders the arrest of culprits involved. Good move, will serve as deterrent to others
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