The Lagos State Environmental Safety Company has shut a number of institutions, together with church buildings, lodges, bars, and different companies, for failing to adjust to the state’s environmental legal guidelines.
The operation which coated areas equivalent to Mushin, Amuwo Odofin, and Okota Isolo, was a part of ongoing efforts to deal with noise air pollution and different environmental violations throughout Lagos.
This was made recognized in a press release shared on LASEPA’s verified X deal with on Thursday.
In keeping with LASEPA, the institutions have been shut down for failing to adjust to environmental requirements, regardless of prior notices from the company.
The assertion stated, “In a decisive transfer to fight noise air pollution and different environmental violations, the Lagos State Environmental Safety Company (LASEPA) sealed a number of institutions throughout the state.
“The enforcement operation, which coated areas equivalent to Mushin, Amuwo Odofin, and Okota Isolo, underscores LASEPA’s dedication to fostering a more healthy and extra sustainable setting for all Lagosians.
“The sealed institutions embrace: Every day Bakery, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Gak Common Allied Restricted, Ultimate Normal, Franjane Royal Suites, Golden Haven Resort & Suites, Competition Lodge Convention Centre & SPA, FS Service Centre, Moulin Rouge Ventures at Olivia Mall.
The Normal Supervisor of LASEPA, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, reiterated the company’s zero-tolerance coverage for violations that threaten public well being and group concord.
“Environmental safety is a shared accountability,” Ajayi acknowledged.
“As a authorities company, we’re devoted to implementing all mandatory measures to make sure compliance with environmental legal guidelines.
“Noise air pollution, improper siting of hazardous amenities, and different infractions considerably affect public well being and high quality of life. We urge companies and people to prioritise compliance and undertake sustainable practices,” he added.
Dr. Ajayi additionally urged Lagos residents to report environmental violations via LASEPA’s official channels, emphasizing the necessity for collective motion to guard the setting.