Lagos Shuts Down Churches, Hotels, and Businesses for Breaking Environmental Rules

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency has closed 12 places, including a church and hotels, for breaking environmental rules in the state.

LASEPA shared this news in a statement on its official X handle on Wednesday, saying they did the enforcement on Tuesday.

The statement said, “LASEPA, on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, sealed twelve establishments across Ogba, Idimu-Ikota, Ejigbo, LASU-Iba Road, Igando and Agodo-Egbe areas of Lagos State for persistent violations of environmental regulations, despite repeated warnings, abatement notices and several opportunities granted to facilitate compliance with the Agency’s directives.”

LASEPA mentioned that this enforcement was done to follow the Lagos State Government's orders to make sure people follow environmental laws and protect public health.

The agency also said the goal was to promote a cleaner, healthier, and safer environment for residents.

One of the places shut down was Thrillz Lounge on Odusanmi Street, Ogba. LASEPA said it was closed due to noise pollution and failure to follow its instructions.

Other places include “Feixiang Plastic, located along LASU-Ojo Road, Oko Filling Bus Stop, which was sealed for non-compliance with the Agency’s directives.

“Marvel Hotel & Suites, located at Chrisbee Crescent, BRT Bus Stop, Igando, was sealed for noise pollution and non-compliance with the Agency’s directives.

“Keviz Hotel & Suites, located on Councilor Ajayi Street, Obadore Bus Stop, LASU-Iba Road, was sealed for blocking duty and non-compliance with the Agency’s directives.

“DSN Hotel & Suites, located on Benson Onyeacholen Street, O’Mark Bus Stop, LASU-Igando Road, was sealed for non-compliance with the Agency’s directives.

“Rudaj Vegetable Oil, located on Tanimowo Street, Ologufe Bus Stop, Igando Road, was sealed for non-compliance with the Agency’s directives.

“Celestial Church of Christ (Aduragbemi Parish), located on Adetola Buhari Street, Okerube Bus Stop, Ikotun, was sealed for noise pollution and non-compliance with the Agency’s directives.

“Limas, located on Aro-Oloye Street, off Abaranje Road, Abaranje, Ikotun, was sealed for non-compliance with the Agency’s directives.

“Nico Hotel & Suites, located at Ayawo Close, NEPA Bus Stop, Egbe-Isolo Road, Ejigbo, was sealed for non-compliance with the Agency’s directives.

“Kobo Night Club, located on Abanishe Street, off Hostel Road, Agodo-Egbe, was sealed for noise pollution and non-compliance with the Agency’s directives.

“Master Furniture, located on Coleman Street, Pao Bus Stop, Idimu-Ikota Road, was sealed for non-compliance with the Agency’s directives.

“Nikky’s Executive Bar & Lounge, located on Governor’s Road, Ikotun, was sealed for non-compliance with the Agency’s directives.”

Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, the General Manager of LASEPA, spoke about the enforcement operation. He stressed the Agency’s promise to protect public health and the environment.

He called on “business owners, facility operators, religious institutions, scrap dealers, and residents across the State to embrace environmentally responsible practices, obtain all necessary permits and approvals, comply fully with applicable environmental regulations and cooperate with LASEPA in its efforts to build a cleaner, healthier and more sustainable Lagos.”

The agency said it will keep enforcing environmental rules across the state.