- Lagos Seals Three Supermarkets for Violating Ban on Single-Use Plastics
- The ongoing exercise is part of broader effort to curb plastic pollution
- Officials have also warned that any business found storing, selling, or distributing banned plastic items would face sanctions
The Lagos State Government has sealed three supermarkets in the Kosofe area for violating its ban on single-use plastics, as part of ongoing efforts to combat plastic pollution and promote environmental sustainability.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this in a statement on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, noting that the enforcement exercise was carried out to ensure full compliance with environmental laws across the state.
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According to Wahab, the ministry’s enforcement teams visited multiple locations in Kosofe Local Government Area, where several outlets were found to be in breach of the ban.
“Winny Supermarket has been sealed, with all single-use plastic materials confiscated for non-compliance,” Wahab stated.
He added that Afia Supermarket at Tipper Garage, Ketu, and Beyond Tastee2Go Restaurant on Ogudu Road, Ojota, were also sealed on Tuesday, October 29, 2025, after ignoring repeated warnings from regulatory officials.
“This ongoing exercise is part of our broader effort to curb plastic pollution, protect the environment, and promote a sustainable waste management culture in Lagos,” the commissioner said.
Wahab urged business owners to adopt eco-friendly packaging alternatives, reiterating that the government would continue to intensify enforcement operations to ensure Lagos achieves its environmental sustainability goals.
“Our goal remains clear: to safeguard public health and protect our environment for a #CleanerLagos and a #GreaterLagos,” he added.
The Lagos State Government had earlier announced that the full enforcement of its ban on single-use plastics below 40 microns took effect from July 1, 2025. The ban targets items such as Styrofoam packs, lightweight nylon bags, plastic straws, disposable cups, and plastic cutlery.
Officials have also warned that any business found storing, selling, or distributing banned plastic items would face sanctions in line with state environmental laws.
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