ALAUSA, LAGOS STATE– In a tactical move to curb the increasing tide of auditory contamination in Nigeria’s commercial nerve centre, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) hosted the finals of its inter-district essay and debate competitors.
The occasion, held recently at the company’s headquarters, marked the 2026 International Noise Awareness Day and intended to engage the state’s youth as drivers for ecological change.
Themed “Secure Your Hearing, Safeguard Your Health,” the competition required trainees to come to grips with the complex intersection of contemporary progress and public wellness.
The intellectual face-off included a dispute entitled “Technology and Sound: Who Bears the Duty and Consequences?”
Master Design David Olufemi of Alimosho Senior Grade school controlled the session, ending up as the general winner with 373 points. Check Out Likewise: Oxbridge, CEDEC Apapa and Kayron International win big at APEN dispute competitors.
The top 3 entertainers, who will be officially honoured at the “Soundless Lagos Advocacy Programme” on May 12, 2026, demonstrated an advanced understanding of environmental law and public health.
Top Finalists Leaderboard:
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Model David Olufemi (Alimosho Elder Grammar School)– 373 pts
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Bello Awwal (Obele Neighborhood Secondary School)– 368 pts
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Onaolapo Olabiyi (Lagos State Senior Citizen Model College, Kanko)– 339 pts
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Nnajiofor Pemela (Eva Adelaja Girls High School)– 333 pts
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Ismail Olanrewaju (Boys Senior Academy)– 302 pts
Noise: A Public Health Emergency Situation
The Special Adviser to the Guv on Environment, Rotimi Akodu, represented by Mrs Tolu Adeyo, sent out a stern caution to homeowners concerning the physical toll of excessive sound.
Citing global health information, he kept in mind that extended direct exposure to sound surpassing 65 decibels is a direct contributor to hypertension, persistent stress, and irreversible hearing loss.
The General Supervisor of LASEPA, Dr Tunde Ajayi, stressed that the company’s approach is moving towards inclusive engagement.
By including spiritual bodies, occasion organisers, and building and construction workers, the company aims to handle the noise levels created by Lagos’ thick population and lively nighttime economy.
“Lagos’ dense population and vibrant economy contribute significantly to rising sound levels,” Ajayi noted. “We are promoting accountable behaviour through targeted advocacy.”
Abosede Natufe, Head of LASEPA’s Noise Control System, highlighted the significance of the student individuals, asserting that young people are the most efficient chauffeurs of behavioral change in homes and spiritual centers.
The event reached a practical conclusion with free hearing tests administered to all participants and guests, underscoring the agency’s message that once hearing is lost to noise, it is often impossible to totally restore.
As the state gets ready for the May 12 advocacy program at the Adeyemi-Bero Auditorium, the call for a “Soundless Lagos” has actually never ever been more immediate.