By OLASUNKANMI AKONI

Lagos—Lagos State House of Assembly, yesterday called on governor Babatunde Fashola to direct relevant agencies to investigate an alleged illegal oil tank farm being operated on Oduduwa Crescent, GRA Ikeja to ensure safety of lives and property in the state.

The Chief Whip of the House, Razaq Balogun raised the issue Under Matters of Urgent Public Importance, saying the illegal tank farm posed danger which should be investigated for necessary action.

In his contribution, Rotimi Olowo representing Shomolu I, said such illegality should not be condoned, adding that the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) should seal off the premises.

Gbolahan Yishawu Eti-Osa II, maintained that the dastardly act called for proactive measures. While advising residents in the state to be proactive in reporting any suspicious movement. He said adequate step should be taken to forestall dangers capable of degenerating in the state.

The lawmakers unanimously agreed that such tank farm was tantamount to an illegality that called for concern and urgent action.

The Speaker, Adeyemi Ikuforiji who presided over the sitting said the state governor should wade in immediately to prevent loss of lives and property.