Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), yesterday, sealed off establishments in the Satellite Town, lkotun-ldimu Road, Ejigbo and Egbe Road areas of the state for persistent noise pollution and other environmental infractions.
The affected establishments include Power Exploits Ministry International, Kafe Mall, Mingles Hotel, Ojei Golden Gate and Fernando Global Products Limited. They were found guilty of non-compliance with LASEPA’s environmental regulations and directives, particularly excessive noise emissions and failure to adhere to stipulated environmental standards.
The General Manager of LASEPA, Babatunde Ajayi, reiterated the agency’s zero-tolerance for environmental violations.
Ajayi emphasised that the enforcement became necessary following repeated warnings, monitoring and failure of the affected establishments to comply with regulatory requirements.
He noted that “noise pollution remains a serious environmental concern” with adverse effects on public health, safety and general well-being.
The GM reiterated the agency’s commitment to safeguarding the environment and ensuring that businesses operate within permissible environmental limits.
Ajayi further urged all establishments across the state to obtain necessary environmental permits, instal appropriate noise control measures, and strictly comply with environmental laws to avoid sanctions.
LASEPA also reaffirmed its commitment to continuous monitoring and enforcement across the state, warning that any individual or organisation found violating environmental regulations would face appropriate legal consequences.
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