• Hausa Edition
  • Podcast
  • Conferences
  • LeVogue Magazine
  • Business News
  • Print Advert Rates
  • Online Advert Rates
  • Contact Us
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Leadership Newspapers
Read in Hausa
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
Leadership Newspapers
No Result
View All Result

Lagos Reads Riot Act To Worship Centres Over Noise Pollution

by George Okojie
2 years ago
in News
Share on WhatsAppShare on FacebookShare on XTelegram

The Lagos State government, through the State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA, has issued a stern warning to worship centres to desist from any act that can cause noise pollution within their environment particularly during the yuletide period.

Advertisement

The General Manager, LASEPA, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi who gave the warning at a stakeholders’ meeting with leadership and members of religious organizations at Alausa, Ikeja maintained that noise emanating from worship places across the state should be minimized considering its impact on public health.

The LASEPA boss said noises emanating from worship places across the state should be minimized considering its impact on public health, emphasized that anyone or worship centre that engage in noise pollution will face the full wrath of the law

The General Manager,  Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA),  Dr. Babatunde Ajayi who spoke at the meeting,  said the importance of collective efforts in finding lasting  solutions to the issue of noise from the worship places  needs the support of religious leaders  so as to  balance freedom of religion with community well-being.

Ajayi highlighted the importance of religious organisations adhering to government laid down  regulations and  principles  in achieving the vision for a noiseless Lagos  that will be the benefit of the general public.

RELATED

Why I Signed N538.5bn Budget Into Law – Otu

2027: Cross River Gov Assures Tinubu of 96% Votes

8 minutes ago
JUST-IN: NCAA Suspends All 737 Aircraft In Max Air Fleet

NCAA Names Max Air ‘Most Unresponsive Domestic Airline’ To Passenger Complaints

1 hour ago

While emphasizing the need for religious centres using soundproof certified by sound engineers , Ajayi advised them to equip their facilities with noise meters to  enable them monitor noise levels within their premises during congregation

The General Manager, who acknowledged the role of religion in human life ,  expressed confidence that a resolution beneficial to all parties can be achieved through collaborative efforts and a determination for a better and healthy  society .

He frowned at a situation where the agency received over 2,500 petitions in weeks against religious houses, warning that they should comply with the state regulations on noise pollution or be caught by law.

Also speaking, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Religious Matters ( Christian), Rev. Bukola Adeleke called for the balance approach that preserved religious freedom and respect for the rights of members of the public.

In his contribution, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Religious Matters ( Muslim), Alhaji Jebe Abdulahi, emphasised the importance of collaboration between religious organisations and the government in  finding  lasting  solutions to the issue  of noise pollution in Lagos state

 

 


We’ve got the edge. Get real-time reports, breaking scoops, and exclusive angles delivered straight to your phone. Don’t settle for stale news. Join LEADERSHIP NEWS on WhatsApp for 24/7 updates →

Join Our WhatsApp Channel

BREAKING NEWS: Nigerians can now earn US Dollars from the comfort of their homes with Ultra-Premium domains, acquire them for as low as $1700 and profit as much as $25,000. Click here to learn how you can earn US Dollars consistently.


SendShareTweetShare
Previous Post

Nigeria Ranks Second In Africa On Organised Crime Index 2023

Next Post

Al Jazeera Journalist Killed In Gaza Strike, Another Injured

George Okojie

George Okojie

You May Like

Why I Signed N538.5bn Budget Into Law – Otu
News

2027: Cross River Gov Assures Tinubu of 96% Votes

2025/07/03
JUST-IN: NCAA Suspends All 737 Aircraft In Max Air Fleet
Business

NCAA Names Max Air ‘Most Unresponsive Domestic Airline’ To Passenger Complaints

2025/07/03
Police Arraign Dubai-based Nigerian Over Alleged $307,500 Transnational Fraud
News

Police Arraign Dubai-based Nigerian Over Alleged $307,500 Transnational Fraud

2025/07/03
NECO: Oyo Gov’t Warns Against Exam Malpractices
Education

NECO: Oyo Gov’t Warns Against Exam Malpractices

2025/07/03
Agribusiness: Oyo Gov’t Attracts N46bn Investment, Supports 46,000 Farmers
News

Agribusiness: Oyo Gov’t Attracts N46bn Investment, Supports 46,000 Farmers

2025/07/03
Yobe Gov’t Shuts 3 Weekly Markets Over Fear Of Boko Haram Attack
News

Yobe Gov’t Shuts 3 Weekly Markets Over Fear Of Boko Haram Attack

2025/07/03
Leadership Conference advertisement

LATEST

2027: Cross River Gov Assures Tinubu of 96% Votes

1XBET Cup 2025: Organisers Pay Courtesy Visit To Lagos Lottery Board

NCAA Names Max Air ‘Most Unresponsive Domestic Airline’ To Passenger Complaints

Wike Defends N39bn Renovation Of Tinubu Conference Centre, Says It Generated N650m In 3 Weeks

Presidency Blasts Buhari-era Appointees For Joining Opposition Coalition

Edo APC Chair Slams ADC Anti-Tinubu Coalition

Police Arraign Dubai-based Nigerian Over Alleged $307,500 Transnational Fraud

NECO: Oyo Gov’t Warns Against Exam Malpractices

Agribusiness: Oyo Gov’t Attracts N46bn Investment, Supports 46,000 Farmers

Yobe Gov’t Shuts 3 Weekly Markets Over Fear Of Boko Haram Attack

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.