 As part of measures to find in a lasting solution to cases of structural defects, building collapse and other building contraventions, Lagos State Governor Babajide Somolu has launched the rebranded Certificate of Completion and Fitness for Habitation. The launch, according to the General Manager, Lagos State Building Control Agency, Bulahoki, will further strengthen the state's vision of zero tolerance for building collapse. Lagos State Government House Correspondent Love Ikuku Oyodekon has more in this report. In recent past, Lagos had witnessed geometrical leap in incidences of continuous building collapse with attendant loss of lives and property. Nonetheless, Lagos still remains the rallying point of all construction professionals. The launch of the rebranded Lagos State Certificate of Completion and Fitness for Habitation might just be the antidote needed to change the narrative. We act in the interests of the public at all times without fear of favour, to prevent needless loss of human lives and, in many instances, save valuable properties. Therefore, many of these parties that have become the order of the day, such as abandoned buildings, distressed, haphazard, non-conforming and structural defect structures, will no longer be environmental and economical viable. The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Idris Salako, said the ministry will not rest on its oars to further improve the building construction industry. The state government under the able leadership of Mr Gavno Babajide Olishola Saowulu has high regards and priorities for the lives and properties of the populations. This is exemplified by the very creative and innovative measures being implemented to safeguard the populace. In his address, Gavno Babajide Saowulu said the state will not hesitate to start treating some house owners, contractors and other relevant stakeholders as being responsible for building collapse in the state should they fail to obtain certificates of completion and fitness for habitation on their buildings. We'll do everything to ensure that the laws of the states, you know, that we abide with them as citizens, because indeed we have a responsibility that not only are you as developer, but we as your regulator, we as an agency of government have to protect other citizens, you know, and so that's why we see this effort and this collaboration as important. We Gavno explained that the essence of the certificate is to ensure that quality control measures are not compromised and the need for the continuous monitoring and engaging officers in the coverage of their activities. From Lagos, Love Ikuku Oyeduku reporting for PLASTV, Africa.