LASIMRA/NCC Law Excerpts

The Lagos State Infrastructure Maintenance and Regulatory Agency (LASIMRA) is a one-stop shop for the regulation of Utility Infrastructure within the geographical boundaries of Lagos State. Our functions are but not limited to:

1. Establish standards and procedures for constructing lines and laying of cables across public lands and property;
2. Construct and co-ordinate schedules among utility service providers in Lagos State;
3. Supervise the use, repair, resurfacing and construction of damaged roads in Lagos state
4. Monitor the erection of towers, masts or laying of cables within the State in the interest of Public health and safety;
5. Ensure compliance with the provisions of the Lagos State Public Right of Way Law 2018 and other relevant laws;
6. Undertake public enlightenment and awareness campaigns on the provisions of the Lagos State Public Right of Way Law 2018 and other relevant laws;

LASIMRA has the power to

1. Issue permits for right-of-way usage.
2. Disconnect unauthorized infrastructure.
3. Inspect installations for regulatory compliance.

Section 135 of the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA) gives LASIMRA the power to regulate and control the installation, laying and maintenance of any network facilities within the State.

“135. Licensees under this Act may require approvals of the State Government, Local Government or other relevant authority for installation, placing, laying or maintenance of any network facilities on, through, under or across any land and it shall be the responsibility of such licensees to obtain such approvals.”