November 6, 2024
By Idris Buba
Some churches alongside recreational centres, were on Wednesday, sealed off by The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), over noise pollution in the state.
This enforcement drive, is targeting areas like Ogudu, Gbagada, Iyana Ejigbo, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, Ilasamaja, and Okota, as part of LASEPA’s continuous efforts to uphold environmental standards and safeguard public health.
In a statement, the agency maintained that, “In a bid to address noise pollution and other environmental violations, LASEPA took action, closing down several establishments across different parts of the state.
“The affected establishments included Honourable Lounge & Lodging, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Celestial Church of God, OMA Night Club and Lounge, Bridge Spot Bar.
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“Others are Okiki Event Centre and Hall, Emota Paradise Hotel (Phase 2), CF Hotel & Suites, House 27 Hotel & Suites, Echo Spring Hotel, and Smile T Continental Hotel.
The statement added that the establishments were found guilty of breaching environmental regulations despite multiple warnings from LASEPA.
It reiterated the agency’s zero-tolerance to non-compliance, stating that the agency would not permit disregard for regulations.
LASEPA. urged all businesses and business owners to recognise the environmental obligations and comply with the guidelines alongside state government policies to foster a cleaner Lagos.
