Edo State Government, yesterday, said churches, mosques, event centres, clubs, lounges, and other public spaces that do not meet the state’s guidelines against noise pollution will be sealed by March 31.
A joint task force, comprising officials of Edo State Ministry of Physical Planning, Housing, Urban and Regional Development and the Ministry of Environment and Sustainability has been serving notices to the facilities, informing them that a 90-day grace period has been granted for those affected to install soundproof materials in their facilities.
Notices titled: “Soundproofing Requirement for Your Property” have been served to stakeholders, especially owners of hotels, lounges, clubs, bars, churches, mosques, and event centres, among others, across Benin City. She noted: “The facility owners have a 90-day grace period. The notices are also accompanied by a leaflet to guide on soundproofing specifications and materials, as well as the role of the Ministry of Environment and Sustainability in providing further guidance on soundproofing requirements.
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