Why LASG Sealed Violating Churches, Businesses Across Lagos

By Jessica Osajie / Posted December 19, 2024

The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), has enforced the closure of several establishments, including churches, hotels, lounges, and restaurants, due to violations of noise pollution regulations and other environmental infractions that impact public health and safety.

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The affected establishments are scattered across the state from the mainland to island. The locations mostly profiled include Shomolu, Oniru Victoria Island, Jakande-Lekki, Badore Ajah, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Sangotedo, Lekki II, Ogombo, and Lekki Phase 1, among others.

Lagos State Commissioner for Environment, Tokunbo Wahab, emphasized that these actions are vital to public health and sustainability. The enforcement action was carried out by the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), as disclosed on the agency’s X account on Monday.

These businesses, including churches, hotels, lounges, and restaurants, were found to be contributing to excessive noise levels and engaging in other practices harmful to the environment, leading to swift intervention 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.

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“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

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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 stressed the need for compliance with regulations and reaffirmed LASEPA’s dedication to a cleaner and more sustainable Lagos.

Previously, LASEPA, in its continuing enforcement protocol against noise pollution and environmental regulations had sealed some in Mushin, Amuwo Odofin, and Okota-Isolo, including a bakery, hotel, church, and spa, for violating regulations. Additional closures occurred in Gbagada, Ogudu, Ojodu, and Agidingbi.

Ile Iyan restaurant in Ikeja GRA was sealed for exceeding noise limits, while Donald Fast Food in Lekki Phase 1 reopened after committing to noise restrictions.

Carizma Hotel in Abule Egba was closed in October 2023 due to repeated noise complaints, and Silk Club and Quilox Club were sealed for excessive noise. These actions align with NESREA’s noise limits of 55 decibels during the day and 45 at night in residential areas.

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Some establishments in Ikorodu, including bakeries, hotels, bars, and churches, were sealed, while markets like Mile 12, Ladipo, and Oyingbo reopened after meeting environmental standards.

Note: Jessica is on Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) at DDNEWSONLINE.COM from the Department of Mass Communications, National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN).