Lagos govt shuts churches, hotels over noise pollution

The Lagos State Government has shut churches, including the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) and the Celestial Church of God, and hotels over alleged noise pollution in the state.

The churches and hotels were shut down alongside nightclubs and event centres by the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

The Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this in a statement on his X account on Wednesday, Wednesday 6.

Wahab stated that the closure was part of LASEPA’s efforts to uphold environmental standards and safeguard public health in Lagos State.

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The commissioner noted: “In a bid to address noise pollution and other environmental violations, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) took action yesterday (Tuesday), closing down several establishments across different parts of the state.

“This enforcement drive, focusing on areas like Ogudu, Gbagada, Iyana Ejigbo, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, Ilasamaja, and Okota, is part of LASEPA’s continuous efforts to uphold environmental standards and safeguard public health.

“The affected establishments include Honourable Lounge & Lodging, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Celestial Church of God, OMA Night Club and Lounge, Bridge Spot Bar, Okiki Event Center and Hall, Emota Paradise Hotel (Phase 2), CF Hotel & Suites, House 27 Hotel & Suites, Echo Spring Hotel, and Smile T Continental Hotel.”

The Star