Lagos govt shuts down multiple establishments in Ikorodu over environmental violations 

The enforcement drive, carried out by the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), targeted areas such as Itokin Road, Maya, Erunwen, Elepe Road, Awolowo Way, Ijede Road, and the Igbogbo Road area.

The disclosure was contained in a statement on the official X (formerly Twitter) account of Tokunbo Wahab, the Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources.

The statement noted that the enforcement was part of LASEPA’s ongoing commitment to maintaining environmental standards and protecting public health.

“In an effort to combat noise pollution and other environmental violations, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), took decisive action today shutting down multiple establishments in different parts of the State. 

“This enforcement operation targeted areas such as Itokin Road, Maya, Erunwen, Elepe Road, Awolowo Way, Ijede Road and the Igbogbo Road area in Ikorodu, reflecting LASEPA’s ongoing commitment to maintaining environmental standards and protecting public health,” the statement read in part.

The affected establishments include the National Conference of the Calvary Cross, Cherubim & Seraphim Church, Cherubim & Seraphim Church (Asale Agbala), Le Silhouette Hotel, Walik Hotel, and Rhonny’s Place.

Others are Obans Events Center, Stop Over Inn, Bigcat Bakery, Girrong Hotel & Bar, Anjia Prefabricated Construction (Nig) Co. Ltd, Tois Bar & Holiday Inn, a quarry site, and Ambassador Villa.

The Lagos State government has intensified its crackdown on environmental violations, shutting down several establishments that failed to meet public health and safety standards.

With ongoing and future enforcement operations, the Lagos State government aims to ensure compliance and accountability across various sectors, delivering a clear message that environmental infractions will be met with decisive action.