Funmi Ogundare
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) will on December 19, 2025, hold a one-day workshop for operators in the hospitality and entertainment sectors to curb excessive noise and promote environmental protection during the yuletide season in Lagos.
The workshop, titled ‘Harmonising the Hospitality Industry with the Environment’, and themed ‘Effective Noise Control and Compliance,’ is aimed at ensuring compliance with Lagos State environmental laws and reducing the health and environmental impacts of noise pollution, particularly during the festive period when social activities peak.
Briefing journalists on Monday, LASEPA General Manager, Dr. Tunde Ajayi, explained that the engagement is designed for owners and operators of nightlife venues, event centres, hotels, bars, restaurants, lounges, disc jockeys (DJs) and other businesses within the hospitality and entertainment industry.
According to him, “The event will take place at the State Treasury Office Resource Centre, Assbifi Road, Alausa, Ikeja, and will commence at 8 a.m.”
He explained that the workshop would equip participants with practical knowledge on responsible operations, effective noise management and adherence to environmental standards, enabling them to avoid sanctions and operate sustainably before, during and after the yuletide.
Ajayi added that the workshop is expected to attract top government officials, including the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab; the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Environment, Mr. Olakunle Rotimi; and the Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services, Dr. Omobolaji Tajudeen Gaji, alongside heads of ministries, departments and agencies.
He noted that the initiative underscores the agency’s commitment to fostering compliance, sustainability and harmonious coexistence between business operations and residential communities across the state.
Urging stakeholders in the hospitality and entertainment sectors to participate fully, Ajayi said the workshop is part of LASEPA’s broader efforts to support the continued growth of the industry while safeguarding public health and environmental quality.
He assured residents that the agency is working round the clock to ensure a peaceful, quiet and enjoyable yuletide season, while calling on Lagosians to support the state government’s drive for a cleaner, safer and pollution-free environment.
