The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office sealed off a residential estate at Ladipo Omotesho Street, Lekki Phase I, on Wednesday over environmental law violations.
Speaking on the exercise, the General Manager, Adefemi Afolabi, explained that the enforcement action followed repeated complaints and several notices served on the estate over the indiscriminate discharge of untreated wastewater.
Other highlighted violations included poor sewage management practices and alleged deliberate attempts to prevent LSWMO officers from carrying out routine inspections and compliance monitoring.
He noted that despite earlier engagements and warnings, the estate failed to remedy the infractions, thereby posing health and environmental risks to the surrounding community.
“The sealing-off was carried out in compliance with Lagos State environmental laws and the mandate of LSWMO to protect public health and the environment,” he said, stressing that the estate would remain sealed until all observed violations are fully corrected and verified by the office.
The GM further warned against hindering, harassing, or interfering with duly authorised officers in the discharge of their statutory responsibilities.
Reaffirming the state’s commitment to safeguarding public health and promoting sustainable wastewater management practices across the state, Afolabi urged residents to “adopt proper wastewater management and hygiene practices to support public health.”
He warned that “any act of environmental nuisance will attract appropriate sanctions and possible prosecution.”
He also implored residents to report environmental infractions to the agency.