Lagos seals Ikoyi property over untreated sewage discharge

The Lagos State Government has sealed a property on Manuwa Street in Ikoyi due to the alleged discharge of untreated sewage into a canal. The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office executed the enforcement on Wednesday after residents' complaints and subsequent investigations confirmed the environmental violation.

Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, stated the property was sealed for the "deliberate and continuous discharge of untreated sewage into the canal via a non-functional and moribund sewage treatment plant." He also noted the premises were unsanitary, emitting foul odors and posing public health risks.

Wahab urged property owners to adhere to wastewater management regulations to protect public health and the environment. He warned that non-compliance would result in sanctions and potential prosecution under state environmental laws. The commissioner reaffirmed the government's commitment to enforcing environmental regulations for a clean and healthy Lagos.

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deliberate and continuous discharge of untreated sewage into the canal via a non-functional and moribund sewage treatment plant.