By Alexis Uchendu
The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), has sealed Cyvillian Garden, a popular relaxation spot on Abacha Road, Mararaba, Nasarawa State, over excessive noise pollution.
In a statement on Friday, NESREA said the shutdown followed multiple complaints from residents and the facility’s failure to comply with abatement notices after investigations confirmed noise levels far above residential limits.
NESREA’s Director General, Dr. Innocent Barikor, represented by the Director of Inspection and Enforcement, Dr. Christopher Beka, emphasized that due process was followed before the closure.
“Complaints were investigated, noise levels were measured at different times, and abatement notices were issued.
“Despite an arbitration meeting advising compliance with the National Environmental (Noise Standards and Control), Regulations, 2009, the facility failed to act,” Barikor stated.
He underscored the health risks of noise pollution, stressing that businesses must not operate at the expense of public well-being.
“Noise pollution affects citizens’ health. People deserve rest after a long day, and NESREA is committed to enforcing regulations to safeguard their quality of life,” he added.
Barikor assured Nigerians of continued enforcement actions to uphold environmental standards nationwide.
