The Ekiti State Government has shut down an eatery in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital, following alleged violations of environmental sanitation regulations.
The enforcement action was carried out by officials of the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources during an inspection exercise aimed at addressing persistent environmental pollution and offensive odour complaints in parts of the metropolis.
According to the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Mrs Tosin Aluko-Ajisafe, who led the operation across areas such as the Federal Polytechnic Satellite Campus Junction and surrounding communities, the move was part of the government’s renewed efforts to enforce environmental laws and improve public health standards.
She explained that preliminary investigations revealed that the affected eatery allegedly stored waste in an underground septic tank and discharged it into nearby drainage channels at night, a practice described as harmful to the environment and responsible for the unpleasant odour reported in the area.
Another eatery visited during the inspection was also reprimanded for operating under unhygienic conditions and was directed to immediately comply with environmental health standards or face further sanctions.
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Aluko-Ajisafe warned business owners and residents against indiscriminate waste disposal, stressing that the state government would not hesitate to enforce environmental laws strictly against offenders.
During the exercise, the commissioner also inspected a gas plant and visited Oja Bisi Market, where she urged traders to maintain proper sanitation and avoid displaying goods on walkways.
She further encouraged residents to report activities capable of causing pollution or endangering public health, noting that sustained monitoring and enforcement remain key priorities of the government in ensuring a cleaner and healthier environment across the state.
The commissioner also appealed for public cooperation with enforcement agencies, emphasizing that environmental protection requires collective responsibility.
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