Photo:LASEPA enforcement officials sealing Westgate Arena Club, Olowora, Lagos, on June 29, 2026, over persistent noise pollution
The Lagos State Government through the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA, on Monday, June 29, 2026, sealed Westgate Arena Club in Olowora and Dave Premium and Suites in Ketu over persistent noise pollution and continued non-compliance with environmental directives.
The enforcement team shut Westgate Arena Club, located at Apostolic Church Close, Olowora, and Dave Premium and Suites on Alhaji Irorun Street, Off Kazeem Street, Alapere, Ketu. Both facilities were found to have repeatedly breached noise pollution limits and failed to comply with abatement notices and other regulatory requirements issued by the agency.
The operation was carried out on the directive of the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab. The government said the action forms part of its sustained commitment to enforcing environmental laws, protecting public health, and ensuring a peaceful and sustainable environment for residents.
Speaking during the exercise, LASEPA General Manager, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, reiterated the agency’s commitment to safeguarding public health. “Environmental compliance is a collective responsibility. Individuals and corporate organisations must adhere strictly to environmental laws and regulations. LASEPA will continue to intensify enforcement actions against violators to curb environmental nuisances and protect residents from the harmful effects of pollution,” he said.
Dr. Ajayi said the clampdown targets the growing nuisance from hospitality and entertainment facilities that ignore warnings. He noted that noise pollution contributes to health risks including stress, sleep disorders, and reduced productivity for surrounding residents, making compliance critical to livability in Lagos.
The agency urged residents, business owners, and operators of clubs, hotels and suites to adopt environmentally responsible practices and cooperate with regulators. LASEPA added that it remains steadfast in its statutory mandate and will continue to deploy all lawful measures to ensure full compliance with environmental laws across the state.
