Lagos State has confirmed solar energy installation fees for social housing estates, clarifying permit requirements amid viral resident complaints on charges.

The clarification followed a viral video in which officials of the Lagos State Ministry of Housing were seen confronting a resident over solar panels installed in a state-owned estate.

A Nigerian man criticised Lagos solar permit rules after a viral video, questioning why tenants should pay fees despite unstable electricity supply in the state.

A Nigerian man warned Lagos solar permit rules could increase rents, as the state clarified the fee applies only to government-owned housing estates.