The Lagos State Government has penalised 580 nightclubs and restaurants for breaking indoor smoking laws. This action is part of its effort to protect public health and enforce safety rules.
The Director General of the Lagos State Safety Commission (LSSC), Mr. Lanre Mojola, shared this update during the 2025 Ministerial News Briefing held in Ikeja.
He said the commission inspected 2,024 public places in 2024. Out of these, 580 establishments were found guilty of allowing indoor smoking in prohibited areas.
Public Smoking is a Health Risk, Says Safety Commission
Mojola explained that some places like nightclubs can allow smoking, but only in special areas made for that purpose.
“Public smoking is not allowed, and there’s a bill already in place to prohibit it,” he said.
He urged Lagos residents to report people smoking in public vehicles and enclosed places like markets or malls.
“People are permitted to smoke only in designated areas within certain venues. If you see people smoking in buses or enclosed spaces, report them. This is a serious public health matter,” Mojola added.
He also said that in 2024, the commission started an awareness campaign on indoor smoking. The campaign warns against second-hand smoke, which can cause cancer and other serious illnesses.
New Safety Plans and Documents Completed
Speaking on how the commission works, Mojola said consultants were hired to support their work because of limited staff.
The Commissioner for Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Relations, Mr. Olugbenga Oyerinde, also spoke during the briefing.
He said the LSSC completed the Lagos State Occupational Safety and Health Master Plan (2021–2026). This was done with help from private and government groups.
He added that the commission also created a safety roadmap covering 2023 to 2026. It reviewed over 40 safety documents that guide important sectors like construction, oil and gas, markets, manufacturing, waterways, and event centres.
The government says these steps aim to make Lagos a safer place for everyone.
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