The Lagos State Government (LASG) has shut down multiple establishments, including churches, hotels, and entertainment venues, for violating noise pollution regulations and other environmental standards.
The enforcement operation was carried out by the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), as announced on the agency’s X account on Monday.
According to LASEPA, these infractions pose serious risks to public health and safety.
The affected locations span areas such as Shomolu, Oniru (Victoria Island), Jakande-Lekki, Badore (Ajah), Lekki-Epe Expressway, Sangotedo, Lekki II, Ogombo, and Lekki Phase 1.
The establishments, including churches, hotels, lounges, and restaurants, were found to be generating excessive noise and engaging in environmentally harmful practices, prompting LASEPA’s swift intervention.
“The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) intensified its enforcement operations by sealing off several establishments across various locations in the State.
“The action was taken in response to persistent noise pollution and other environmental infractions that posed significant risks to public health and safety.
“The affected areas included; Shomolu, Oniru Victoria Island, Jakande-Lekki, Badore Ajah, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Sangotedo, and Lekki II,Ogombo, Lekki Phase 1 among others,” the statement read in part.
The statement stressed that these enforcement actions reflect the agency’s commitment to maintaining a healthy environment, noting that noise pollution and other environmental violations disrupt the peace and health of communities.
The establishments sealed by LASEPA include:
- Celestial Church
- Zodiac Lounge
- Pixel Park Studio
- The Lord’s Chosen Church
- Sneakers Suites & Bar
- Wimpy Hotel
- SBL Hotels
- Handsworth Hotel
- Mountain of Fire and Miracles Church
- West Syde Exclusive Hotel & Suites
- Kobis Restaurant
The statement highlighted the agency’s commitment to a healthy environment, with General Manager Dr. Tunde Ajayi emphasizing that noise pollution and other environmental violations disrupt the peace and health of communities.
He stated that the action taken demonstrates LASEPA’s zero-tolerance policy and its firm resolve to strictly enforce environmental laws.
“Noise pollution and other environmental violations disrupt the peace and health of our communities. Today’s action demonstrates our zero-tolerance policy towards defaulters and our resolve to enforce environmental laws strictly,” he stated.
Ajayi further emphasized the importance of adhering to regulations and reiterated LASEPA’s commitment to ensuring a cleaner and more sustainable Lagos.