The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed 11 establishments in Agege and Mushin over repeated environmental violations.
The agency carried out the enforcement exercise on Tuesday. It followed several warnings and abatement notices issued to the affected establishments.
LASEPA said the facilities had enough time to correct the breaches. However, they failed to meet the agency’s requirements.
The enforcement supports the Lagos State Government’s efforts to protect public health. It also aims to promote cleaner and safer communities across the state.
LASEPA Targets Six Establishments in Mushin
LASEPA sealed six establishments in Mushin during the exercise. The agency cited noise pollution, air pollution and failure to follow earlier directives.
Akorohunfayo Central Mosque on Akorohunfayo Street, Fadeyi, Mushin, was sealed over noise pollution.
Holy Temple of Christ on Ayetoro Street, behind NIPCO Filling Station, Mushin, also faced closure over noise pollution.
LASEPA sealed Christ Covenant Gospel Church, Western District, along Ikorodu Road, Fadeyi, Mushin, for the same offence.
Christ Apostolic Church (Oye Iyanu), located at Mushin Road, Church Bus Stop, Itire, also violated noise control requirements.
The agency sealed Biolarique Bakery Academy on Mushin Road for failing to comply with its directives.
Tiles & Marbles on Silver Street, Olorunsogo, Mushin, was also shut over air pollution.
Five Scrap Yards Sealed
LASEPA also sealed five scrap yards in Agege and Mushin.
The agency cited several environmental breaches. These included environmental pollution, failure to follow its directives and lack of evidence of an E-Waste Permit.
The affected businesses include Abubakar Scrap at Pipeline, Ifako-Ijaiye, Agege.
Others are Benjamin Scrap Yard on Ladoje Street, Oko Oba, Agege, and Starlas and Sons Scrap Yard at the same location.
Jamin Scrap Yard at Jungle Bus Stop, Iju Road, Agege, also faced enforcement.
The fifth facility, identified as Scrap Yard, operates on Olu Aina Street, Daleko, Mushin.
LASEPA Warns Businesses and Residents
LASEPA General Manager, Dr Babatunde Ajayi, reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to environmental protection.
Ajayi said LASEPA would continue to monitor activities across Lagos. He added that the agency would enforce environmental rules where businesses or other activities threaten public health.
He urged business owners, religious organisations, facility operators and scrap dealers to follow environmental rules.
He also asked operators to obtain the required permits and approvals before carrying out regulated activities.
Ajayi stressed that environmental compliance requires cooperation from residents and businesses.
Impact on Lagos’ Built Environment
The enforcement also has implications for Lagos’ housing and real estate sectors.
Noise and air pollution can affect the quality of life in residential communities. Poor environmental practices can also create problems for people living close to commercial and industrial activities.
Lagos continues to experience rapid urban growth. As more homes, businesses and other facilities develop across the state, environmental controls remain important to urban planning.
Property owners and developers also need to consider environmental requirements when using land. Compliance can help reduce conflicts between residential areas, businesses and other land uses.
The latest LASEPA action shows the importance of environmental regulation in Lagos’ growing urban areas. Continued compliance will remain necessary as the state works to create healthier and more sustainable communities.
