The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA is set to organise a one-day workshop for all hospitality businesses and entertainment industries in Lagos as part of the measures to regulate noise and protect the environment during the yuletide.
The Workshop, which is scheduled for Friday, 19th December 2025, is designed to engage key players in the hospitality and entertainment sectors on the need for moderate noise during the yuletide because of its negative impact on human health.
LASEPA’s General Manager, Dr Tunde Ajayi, who disclosed this during a media interview held recently hinted that The Workshop with the titled: “Harmonizing Hospitality Industry with the Environment” and themed: “Effective Noise Control and Compliance” is expected to be attended by operators and owners of Nightlife, Events Centres, Restaurants, Bars, Hotels, Lounges, Disc Jockey (DJs), Entertainment industry and other similar businesses in the sector.
Ajayi revealed that the event will take place at the State Treasury Office Resource Centre, Assbifi Road, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos on Friday, 19th December from 8am.
The General Manager further explained that the workshop will help hospitality businesses understand and meet required environmental standards, avoid penalties, and operate successfully within the Lagos State Environmental Laws and regulations before, during and after the yuletide.
He averred that the workshop would also attract the presence of top government officials, including the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab; Special Adviser to Governor Sanwo Olu on Environment, Engr Olakunle Rotimi and the Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services, Dr Omobolaji Tajudeen Gaji.
Other expected dignitaries include Heads of Ministries, Parastatals, and agencies, among other personalities.
According to him, participants will receive practical guidance on responsible operations, noise management, and environmental best practices essential for sustaining a safe and harmonious urban environment.
While encouraging relevant operators in the hospitality and entertainment industry to fully participate in this important engagement, Ajayi stated that the workshop is aimed at improving compliance, fostering sustainability, and supporting the continued growth of the hospitality and entertainment industry in Lagos State.
Wishing Lagosians a Merry Xmas in advance, the General Manager revealed that his agency is working around the clock to ensure that Lagos residents enjoy a quiet, noiseless, and peaceful moment during the yuletide.
He urged all the residents, irrespective of their languages, origin or tribes, to continue to support the State government in its drive to deliver a cleaner, safer and pollution-free Lagos that everyone can be proud of.