Lagos Dredgers Decry Alleged Extortion, Ask Sanwo-Olu to Intervene

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: October 23, 2026Country: Nigeria

Business & EconomyCrime & Law

Lagos Dredgers Decry Alleged Extortion, Ask Sanwo-Olu to Intervene

The Dredgers Association of Nigeria (DAN) has asked Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to investigate allegations of harassment, intimidation and extortion targeting sand dredgers and tipper truck operators. The association alleges that enforcement officers impounded trucks and demanded up to N500,000 to release them. DAN also objects to state interference in sand-mining and dumping operations, citing court rulings on federal authority and shoreline regulation. Secretary-General Richard Ntan called for a resolution involving state and federal authorities that protects lawful businesses and jobs.

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