Table of Contents
- Sealing of Adatan Market
- Enforcement Exercise Details
- Government's Warning
- Traders' Responsibilities
- Zero Tolerance Policy
- Additional Closures
The Ogun State Government has closed the Adatan Market in Abeokuta due to environmental violations and illegal roadside trading activities.
Farouk Akintunde, the Special Adviser to the Governor on the Ogun State Environmental Protection Agency (OGEPA) and Chairman of the Ogun State Task Force on Environmental Compliance, disclosed this information to reporters following an enforcement operation on Tuesday.
Akintunde stated that the closure of Adatan Market was necessitated by traders' irresponsible disposal of waste in drainage channels and the display of goods on walkways and drainage areas.
He cautioned that the government will no longer tolerate violations of environmental regulations.
“Market traders throughout Ogun State should take responsibility for the drainage channels in front of their shops, ensuring they are cleared and maintained to prevent flooding. Additionally, traders should be aware that Thursdays have been designated for sanitation in markets across Ogun State, and compliance is mandatory,” he said.
Akintunde noted that the enforcement action and subsequent closure of the market came after several months of warnings and discussions with traders, which they chose to ignore.
The OGEPA head emphasized that these enforcement actions highlight the state government’s strict stance against environmental pollution and its renewed commitment to maintaining cleanliness in the state.
Furthermore, Alaga Restaurant on Mercy Road, Panseke, and Cintinatti Bar in Oke-Ilewo, both located in Abeokuta, were also closed for poor wastewater management that negatively impacted the environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Adatan Market closed?
Adatan Market was closed due to environmental violations, including the indiscriminate dumping of waste in drainage channels and the display of goods on walkways.
What measures are being taken to prevent future violations?
Traders are being urged to take responsibility for maintaining drainage channels in front of their shops and to adhere to the sanitation schedule set for Thursdays.
