- Lagos State government closed down branches of the Redeemed Christian Church of God branch and the Celestial Church of God, among others, because of noise pollution
- Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab stressed the government’s commitment to enforcing environmental standards and protecting public health
- The crackdown covered areas like Ogudu, Gbagada, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, Ilasamaja, and Okota
In response to noise pollution, the Lagos State government has shut down a branch of Pastor E.A. Adeboye’s Redeemed Christian Church of God, along with a Celestial church, nightclubs, and event venues.
Tokunbo Wahab, the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, announced on Wednesday, November 6 that the churches, clubs, and event centres were sealed by the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) in various locations, including Okota, Ogudu, Iyana Ejigbo, Gbagada, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, and Ilasamaja.
LASEPA shuts down establishments across Lagos
The commissioner said, “In a bid to address noise pollution and other environmental violations, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) took action yesterday, 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.
Among those sealed were the Redeemed Christian Church of God, OMA Nightclub and Lounge, Lounge & Lodging, Bridge Spot Bar, Okiki Event Center and Hall, Celestial Church of God, CF Hotel & Suites, House 27 Hotel & Suites, Echo Spring Hotel, Smile T Continental Hotel, and Emota Paradise Hotel (Phase 2).
“The affected establishments include Honourable Lounge & Lodging, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Celestial Church of God, OMA Nightclub 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 commissioner stated.
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Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reported that the Enugu government expressed frustration over more than 1,000 complaints concerning noise pollution in the state.
Peter Mbah, the Governor of Enugu State, ordered all religious places to remove outdoor loudspeakers.