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Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA, has shut down more than 40 facilities across Lagos State for breaching established noise pollution regulations.
The General Manager of the agency, Babatunde Ajayi, made this known over the weekend during an inter-district essay competition organised for selected secondary schools in Lagos.
Ajayi said the enforcement exercise is part of ongoing efforts to reduce excessive noise levels across the state, adding that the crackdown has covered religious centres, entertainment spots, event venues, and other major contributors to noise pollution.
He explained that noise control enforcement has been sustained over time as part of the agency’s routine regulatory operations.
“The noise pollution problem we have in Lagos is something we have keenly addressed over the past few years. We have continued and sustained enforcement across board,” he said.
According to him, over 40 facilities were sealed within the space of a week, stressing that such monitoring and enforcement activities have become continuous.
He, however, expressed concern that some operators still flout environmental rules even after being penalised, warning that persistent offenders risk permanent closure.
Ajayi also outlined the approved permissible noise levels across different categories of land use in the state.
He stated that educational environments have the lowest threshold at about 35 decibels, while residential areas are permitted up to 65 decibels during the day and 55 at night.
He added that mixed-use zones allow slightly higher levels, while commercial areas are permitted up to 70 decibels during daytime operations.
Industrial zones, he noted, have the highest limit, reaching up to 90 decibels during the day.
Residents were urged to familiarise themselves with these standards and comply fully with environmental guidelines to help reduce noise pollution in the state.
Speaking at the event, the Head of the Noise Control Unit at LASEPA, Abosede Natufe, encouraged participating students to serve as advocates for noise awareness within their communities.
She said the essay competition was designed to improve understanding of noise regulation and promote responsible environmental behaviour among young people.
The winner of the 2026 International Noise Awareness Day competition, Ayodele Oluwanifemi of Alimosho Senior Grammar School, also called for stronger enforcement of noise control laws nationwide.
LASEPA reaffirmed its commitment to sustained enforcement and compliance monitoring, noting that the initiative is aimed at promoting a healthier and more livable environment across Lagos State.
LASEPA seals over 40 facilities for noise pollution violations in Lagos
