THE Lagos State Government has closed multiple companies in the Ikorodu district of the state to address noise, air pollution, and other environmental violations.
The Minister of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced the action today in a statement on X.com, citing a recent comprehensive enforcement operation in important districts of the state, including Agric, Ibeshe, and Ikorodu.
He noted that despite previous warnings, some enterprises, including hotels, bars, petrol stations, poultry farms and lounges, continued to disregard Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency rules.
“As a result, these establishments have been temporarily shut down to ensure compliance with environmental regulations,” he wrote, listing the affected outfits as Victory Hotel, Wendy Bar, Moore Gas Plant, Provider Farm and Poultry, Cloud 24, Little Palace Hotel, City Groove Lounge and Bar, Destiny Castle, and B.S. Gold Warehouse.
He wrote, “LASEPA emphasized the importance of businesses complying with environmental standards, reiterating its commitment to fostering a sustainable and harmonious environment for Lagos residents.
“With repeated warnings issued to businesses across the state, LASEPA remains resolute in its commitment to rigorously enforcing the State environmental laws, ensuring compliance and achieving a clean and sustainable environment befitting Lagos State’s status as the nation’s Center of Excellence.”