Lagos Seals Ikoyi Property Over Sewage Discharge

The Lagos State Government has sealed a property in Ikoyi over allegations of untreated sewage discharge into a canal, following an environmental investigation.

The property, located at No. 5, Manuwa Street, Ikoyi, was closed by the Lagos State Wastewater Management Office on Wednesday after residents raised concerns about possible pollution. Investigations later confirmed that the premises violated approved wastewater management standards.

Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced the enforcement action in a post on his official X handle. He said the property was sealed because of the “deliberate and continuous discharge of untreated sewage into the canal via a non-functional and moribund sewage treatment plant.”

Wahab explained that the building was also kept in an unhygienic condition, creating unpleasant odours, environmental problems and possible risks to public health.

The commissioner said authorities acted after receiving complaints from residents and conducting checks that confirmed the reported offences. The enforcement forms part of the government’s efforts to maintain proper wastewater management and protect communities from environmental hazards.

He urged property owners and residents across the state to follow approved sanitation practices and ensure their wastewater systems operate properly. Wahab warned that individuals and organisations that breach environmental rules would face penalties and possible legal action under Lagos environmental laws.

The Lagos sewage enforcement reflects the state government’s continued focus on improving sanitation standards and preventing activities that could damage public health or the environment.

Wahab reaffirmed that the government would continue enforcing regulations to create a cleaner, safer and healthier Lagos for residents.

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