Lagos Shuts Lekki School Over Illegal Waste Discharge Into Public Drains
The Lagos State Government has sealed Global International College, a private school located in the Ikate-Elegushi area of Lekki, over allegations of environmental pollution through the unlawful discharge of untreated faecal waste and wastewater into public drainage channels.
The enforcement action, which took place on Saturday, July 5, 2025, was carried out by officials of the Lagos State Wastewater Management Office (LSWMO) following a series of warnings previously issued to the institution.
Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, confirmed the development in a public statement shared via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle.
According to him, the college had repeatedly ignored directives from environmental regulators to stop the unsanitary practice, which posed serious health and environmental risks.
“The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office on Saturday, 5th July, 2025, sealed off Global International College, Ikate-Elegushi, for deliberately discharging untreated faecal sludge and wastewater into the public drains via a pumping machine,” Wahab stated.
This act constitutes a public nuisance, causes environmental pollution, and endangers human life.”
He emphasised that the state’s environmental agencies are stepping up enforcement to ensure compliance with existing laws aimed at safeguarding public health and preserving natural ecosystems.
Wahab further urged residents, institutions, and businesses to embrace responsible waste management practices, particularly regarding the disposal of sewage and wastewater. He stressed that hygiene and proper waste disposal are critical to achieving a healthier and more sustainable urban environment.
“The government will not tolerate environmental infractions capable of endangering lives and compromising public infrastructure,” Wahab warned.
The closure of the school has reignited conversations around the enforcement of environmental laws in Lagos and the need for institutions especially those in densely populated areas to align with the state’s sustainability and sanitation goals.
