The Lagos State Government has closed several businesses, including churches, hotels, and entertainment venues, for violating noise pollution regulations and other environmental laws.
This enforcement action, carried out by the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), was announced via the agency’s X account on Monday.
LASEPA stated that these violations pose serious risks to public health and safety.
The affected areas include Shomolu, Oniru (Victoria Island), Jakande-Lekki, Badore (Ajah), Lekki-Epe Expressway, Sangotedo, Lekki II, Ogombo, and Lekki Phase 1, among others.
These establishments—ranging from churches and hotels to lounges and restaurants—were found to be responsible for excessive noise levels and other environmental infractions, prompting the swift action by LASEPA.
“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 emphasized that these enforcement actions demonstrate the agency’s dedication to preserving a healthy environment, highlighting that noise pollution and other environmental violations harm the well-being and tranquility 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 emphasized the agency’s dedication to maintaining a healthy environment, with General Manager Dr. Tunde Ajayi stressing that noise pollution and other environmental violations harm the peace and well-being of communities.
He explained that the measures taken reflect LASEPA’s zero-tolerance policy and its strong commitment to rigorously enforcing 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 emphasized the importance of adhering to regulations and reiterated LASEPA’s commitment to creating a cleaner and more sustainable Lagos.
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