Lagos Govt Issues Warning to Hotels, Restaurants Over Holiday Price Hikes and Cancellations

During the ongoing Detty December celebrations, the Lagos State Government has issued a warning to hotels, restaurants, and event venues not to cancel confirmed reservations or raise costs without a good reason.

In an interview with TVC News on Monday, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu delivered the warning, emphasizing that companies that break current contracts in search of higher-paying clients will be subject to severe penalties.

“This is intolerable and will not be permitted in Lagos.” The governor stated, “If a commitment has been made, it must be honored, especially if deposits or agreements exist.”

Sanwo-Olu cautioned that such actions erode public confidence and harm Lagos’ standing as a major travel and leisure destination.

“You are damaging our city’s reputation and name.” The government will take severe action against people who engage in this behavior in addition to naming and shaming them, he continued.

The governor disclosed that the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency, or LASCOPA, and the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture have been thoroughly briefed and put on notice to take action against businesses that violate the law.

The public is urged to report instances of canceled reservations, contract violations, or unexpected price increases.

Verified complaints will be properly investigated, and those who violate the law will be held accountable.

Sanwo-Olu stated that the state has held talks to make sure that such behavior doesn’t happen again and is already aware of several locations that engage in similar tactics.