The Kwara State Environmental Protection Agency (KWEPA) has sealed eight hotels in the state capital for failing to comply with operational regulations and lacking proper documentation.
The enforcement action, which took place in Ilorin, followed repeated warnings to the affected establishments.
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According to Aminullahi Taiye AbdulRahman, the Head of the Hotels Department at KWEPA, the hotels were given sufficient time to rectify their status but ignored the agency’s directives.
Speaking from the KWEPA headquarters, General Manager Jide Aina clarified that the action was taken in accordance with the Kwara State Environmental Law.
He emphasised that the goal was not to target businesses but to enforce public health standards and curb environmental infractions.
“This is not about targeting businesses but about ensuring that hospitality operators adhere to both local and international standards,” Aina said, noting that a clean, safe, and healthy environment is a top priority for the state government.
He added that enforcing compliance protects residents, promotes public health, and fosters an attractive environment for both investors and tourists.
KWEPA restated its dedication to working with hospitality stakeholders to promote sustainable development.
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The agency also urged other operators to fully comply with all environmental and operational regulations to avoid similar enforcement measures.
