LASEPA seals eight establishments over environmental violations

By Adebola Muili

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed eight establishments across the state over persistent violations of environmental regulations and failure to comply with directives issued by the agency.

The enforcement exercise was carried out on Monday, September 7, 2026, across Baruwa-Ipaja, Mushin, Maryland, Anthony Village, Anthony and Gbagada, as part of efforts by the Lagos State Government to enforce environmental laws and safeguard public health.

LASEPA, in a statement, said the affected establishments contravened various environmental regulations and failed to implement corrective measures despite directives issued by the agency.

Among those sealed was Hollysee Hotel Suites, located at Adebowale Close, off Fatade Road, Baruwa-Ipaja, for noise pollution.

Also sealed was All Samod Global & Event Centre, Ago Owu Street, Kayode Onipanu, Toll Gate Bus Stop, Mushin, over noise pollution and non-compliance with the agency’s directives.

Hotel Tropicana Ltd, Ajose Street, Mende, Maryland, and Optimum Lounge, Adesoye Street, Mende, Maryland, were sealed for non-compliance with LASEPA’s directives.

Others were Sylvalink Hotel, Kunle Adebowale Street, Anthony; Print Factory, Faramobi Ajike Street, Anthony Village; Queen India, Sylvia Crescent, Anthony Village; and Ivory Exclusive Hotel, Hospital Road, Gbagada. They were all sealed for non-compliance with the agency’s directives.

Speaking on the enforcement operation, the General Manager of LASEPA, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to protecting public health and preserving the environment through sustained monitoring, regulatory compliance and enforcement of environmental standards across Lagos State.

Ajayi stressed that environmental compliance was a collective responsibility, saying LASEPA would continue to intensify enforcement against individuals, businesses, religious organisations and corporate bodies whose activities posed risks to the environment, public health and the wellbeing of residents.

He urged business owners, facility operators, religious institutions, scrap dealers and other residents to embrace environmentally responsible practices, obtain all necessary permits and approvals, and comply fully with applicable environmental regulations.

The LASEPA boss also called for cooperation with the agency in its efforts to build a cleaner, healthier and more sustainable Lagos.

The agency maintained that its enforcement measures were not intended to hinder legitimate business activities but to ensure that all establishments operated responsibly and in accordance with environmental laws and standards for the benefit of residents.