LASEPA seals hotels, churches, mosques and factories over environmental violations

Thursday, February 27, 2025 - In a major enforcement operation, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has shut down several businesses across the state for breaching environmental regulations.

The crackdown focused on noise pollution and the unlawful placement of gas refilling plants, targeting establishments in Surulere, Lagos Mainland, Agege, Kosofe, and other areas. Among the businesses sealed were hotels, religious centers, gas plants, and factories found to be violating state environmental laws.

The affected establishments include Home Guest House, Feel at Home, Pholar Suites, Oak Spring Hotel, and 18plus Hotel. Religious institutions like Assemblies of God Church, Redeemed Christian Church of God, and Anwarul Islam Movement were also impacted.

Gas refilling plants Chibuzor Gas and Dolax Gas were sealed for operating in residential areas, along with Eco Fresh, a pure water factory.

LASEPA’s General Manager, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, explained that the purpose of the enforcement exercise was to safeguard public health and safety.

“Environmental violations, including noise pollution and the illegal siting of gas refilling plants, pose serious risks to lives and disturb public peace. Our efforts aim to restore order and ensure adherence to the state’s environmental regulations,” he said.

The agency also extended its operations to Festac Town, Abule Ado, Satellite Town, Ori Ade Amuwo, Agboju, Amuwo, Maza Maza, and Navy Town, where additional businesses, including lounges, bars, hotels, and warehouses, were sealed.

The businesses shut down included Woody’s Lounge, Lifestyle Hotel, The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Obiagu Bar Lounge & Event Center, Flexus Hotel & Suites, Fairview Hotel, Hot Sport Bar, and Bamade Park. Warehouses like Mikky Cosmetics, Global Habib (Ponmo/Cowskin Warehouse), and Royal Rose Company (Tyre Warehouse) were also affected.

Ajayi reiterated LASEPA’s commitment to enforcing environmental laws and warned that similar actions would continue.

“Noise pollution and other environmental infractions disrupt the peace and well-being of our communities. Today’s operation reinforces our zero-tolerance approach towards defaulters and our determination to uphold environmental regulations,” he concluded.