Monday, September 7, 2026

Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources

June 3, 2025

Sallah: Lagos warns residents against indiscriminate dumping of waste

Mr Wahab said the state government would not hesitate to clamp down on residents who defy and disobey environmental laws.

Lagos State
June 2, 2025

Lagos govt gives 24-hour closure notice to Alaba Rago Market traders

“They have agreed that they are going to clear everything, and if they don’t by tomorrow evening, we can now take steps to sanction them,” he said.

Alaba Rago Market traders
April 11, 2025

Flooding: Sanwo-Olu’s govt apologises to Lagos Island residents, business owners

Mr Wahab appealed to residents to dispose of their waste properly to avoid floods.

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu
February 16, 2025

Lagos reopens Ebute-Ero market after three-week closure

Mr Wahab threatened that the market would be closed down again if traders failed to adhere to rules.

Ebute-Ero Market
January 23, 2025

Lagos seals building on drainage channel

The sealed building is at No. 109, Alakoro Street. in Lagos Island.

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December 2, 2024

Lagos govt shuts Redeemed Church, Gak Universal, Franjane Royal Suites over pollution

LASEPA has shut down nine establishments over alleged noise and other environmental pollution.

Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG)
November 28, 2024

Lagos shuts mega plaza over alleged environmental pollution

Lagos noted that the action was in line with the state’s environmental laws.

Lagos State
November 26, 2024

Task force arrests 53 suspected drug dealers, users with illicit substances in Lagos

According to the commissioner, the raids and arrests followed discreet surveillance exercises at the black spots.

Lagos taskforce officials
November 13, 2024

Lagos seals 14 churches, hotels for noise pollution, flouting of environmental laws

The commissioner said the operation reflects the agency’s resolve to maintain environmental standards and protect public health in the state.

Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA)
July 3, 2024

Thugs charging pedestrians plying Lagos makeshift bridge N100 arrested, face prosecution

The environment and water resources commissioner said that the culprits would be prosecuted.  

Thugs charging pedestrians