The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed six iron and steel manufacturing companies in Ikorodu over alleged environmental violations.

LASEPA announced the enforcement action on X on Monday at the Odogunyan Industrial Layout.

The agency said the operation was carried out at the Odogunyan Industrial Layout on the directive of the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab.

It said the closure was part of the Lagos government’s efforts to protect public health and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

The shuttered companies are Germini Steel Nigeria, Top Steel Nigeria, Pulkit Alloy Nigeria, Landcraft Steel Nigeria, Sunflag Steel Nigeria, and African Steel Nigeria.

According to LASEPA, inspections revealed emissions of brown dust, black dust, mill scale, shredded dust, dead dust and other non-metallic particulate matter.

It said the emissions posed significant risks to air quality, public health and the environment.

LASEPA’s general manager, Babatunde Ajayi, said the agency remained committed to enforcing environmental laws across the state.

Mr Ajayi urged industrial operators to adopt sustainable production processes and install effective pollution control measures to prevent harmful emissions.

“The Lagos State Government remains resolute in its determination to protect residents from the adverse effects of industrial pollution. We will continue to take decisive action against facilities that fail to comply with established environmental standards,” he said.

Mr Ajayi urged industries operating in the state to comply with environmental regulations. He said environmental responsibility was essential for sustainable industrial growth and the well-being of Lagos residents.

(NAN)