The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed several businesses for violating noise pollution regulations. In a statement shared on its X handle Thursday, the agency revealed that churches, hotels, bars, and other businesses were targeted for breaching the state’s environmental laws. Among the establishments shut down were Daily Bakery, a Redeemed Christian Church … Read more
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has released its latest Air Quality Index, revealing that Agege has the highest and most hazardous air pollution levels in the state. According to data published on Tuesday, Agege recorded an alarming 103 percent, indicating critical air pollution levels dangerous to residents. Surulere followed with a “very unhealthy” … Read more
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) announced yesterday that over 352 facilities, including churches and mosques, have been shut down across various areas of the state in the past year due to noise pollution and other environmental violations. During a press briefing in Ikeja, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, the General Manager of LASEPA, expressed concern … Read more
Environmental taskforce in Taraba State, led by retired General Jeremiah Aliyu Faransa, destroys an illegal mining camp and arrests three miners following a statewide ban on mining. EKO HOT BLOG reports that retired General Jeremiah Aliyu Faransa, Chairman of the Special Taskforce Committee on Environmental Protection, Public Safety, and Prohibition of Deforestation, has taken drastic measures … Read more
Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah signed four new laws to enhance property protection, public ranch management, sports development, and environmental and climate protection. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has signed four bills passed by the state’s House of Assembly into law. The bills are the Enugu State Properties Protection Law, the … Read more
Environment Chief Doubles Down on Calls to Reshape Plastic Lifecycle Maintains Sustained Demands for Collective Action from Producers, Consumers, Regulators New Policy Underscores Commitment to Tackle Root Causes, Not Just Symptoms Eko Hot Blog reports that, intensifying his impassioned campaign, Lagos Environment Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab has doubled down on his continuous rallying cry – urging … Read more
EU launches €9 million projects to improve Nigeria’s energy sector. Focus on small hydropower and circular economy practices. Aims to boost energy accessibility and sustainability in Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that continuing its commitment to enhancing Nigeria’s energy sector, the European Union has launched two new projects valued at €9 million. The announcement was made … Read more