Operatives of the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) have sealed nine establishments in a bid to tackle noise pollution and other environmental infractions across the State.
The closed establishments includes, Daily Bakery, the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Gak Universal Allied Limited, Ideal Standard, Franjane Royal Suites, Golden Haven Resort & Suites, Festival Hotel Conference Center & SPA, FS Service Centre, and Moulin Rouge Ventures at Olivia Mall.
These facilities were sealed for failing to comply with LASEPA’s environmental standards despite prior warnings.
This was disclosed by Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency in a statement via their X handle on Thursday, November 28.
The statement reads: “In a decisive move to combat noise pollution and other environmental violations, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) sealed several establishments across the state. The enforcement operation, which covered areas such as Mushin, Amuwo Odofin, and Okota Isolo, underscores LASEPA’s commitment to fostering a healthier and more sustainable environment for all Lagosians.
“The sealed establishments include: Daily Bakery, the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Gak Universal Allied Limited, Ideal Standard, Franjane Royal Suites, Golden Haven Resort & Suites, Festival Hotel Conference Center & SPA, FS Service Centre, and Moulin Rouge Ventures at Olivia Mall.
“These establishments were shut down for failing to comply with environmental standards, despite prior notices from the agency.
“Speaking on the enforcement, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, General Manager of LASEPA, reiterated the agency’s zero-tolerance policy for activities that jeopardize public health and community harmony.
” ‘Environmental protection is a shared responsibility’, Dr. Ajayi stated. ‘As a government agency, we are dedicated to enforcing all necessary measures to ensure compliance with environmental laws. Noise pollution, improper siting of hazardous facilities, and other infractions significantly impact public health and quality of life. We urge businesses and individuals to prioritize compliance and adopt sustainable practices’.
“Dr. Ajayi also encouraged Lagos residents to report environmental violations through LASEPA’s official channels, emphasizing the importance of collective action in preserving the environment.
“This operation reflects LASEPA’s steadfast determination to uphold environmental laws and safeguard the well-being of Lagosians. The agency assures the public of its continued efforts to create a cleaner, quieter, and more sustainable Lagos.”
