Enugu to Begin Enforcement of Zero Noise Policy Starting November 15th 2024
The Enugu State government is preparing to implement a comprehensive enforcement of the "zero noise policy," an initiative aimed at tackling the widespread noise pollution affecting the Enugu state metropolis. During a town hall meeting with concerned stakeholders, Chief Uche Anya, the Executive Chairman of the Enugu Capital Development Authority (ECTDA), announced that the enforcement would begin on November 15, 2024.
Rt. Hon. Uche Anya flanked by his team during the town hall meeting.
The Enugu State government is preparing to implement a comprehensive enforcement of the “zero noise policy,” an initiative aimed at tackling the widespread noise pollution affecting the Enugu state metropolis. During a town hall meeting with concerned stakeholders, Chief Uche Anya, the Executive Chairman of the Enugu Capital Development Authority (ECTDA), announced that the enforcement would begin on November 15, 2024. Anya emphasized that the initiative was not just about regulation but about creating an eco-friendly environment that respects the rights of all Enugu residents. The meeting led to significant policy changes, including a strict ban on open-air music performances by bars and clubs in designated residential areas. The enforcement will also address issues like roadside parking that obstructs roads for personal events and loud religious gatherings. Anya highlighted the mandate of the Capital Territory to ensure that every decision benefits Enugu’s community, noting that over a thousand complaints about noise pollution had been received in the past year. He expressed concern over the significant challenge of noise pollution in Enugu, which disrupts many residents’ ability to enjoy a good night’s sleep due to the loud activities of clubs and religious organizations. He also pointed out the troubling instances of drug abuse, robbery, and hooliganism emerging in neighborhoods. Anya clarified that effective immediately, open-air music in residential zones would be banned. Bars, clubs, and places of worship would be required to implement soundproofing measures, and he urged everyone to use the next 90 days to remove any outdoor public address systems for the good of all Enugu residents. The ECTDA also instructed all religious and relaxation centers to remove outdoor public address systems, reinforcing their commitment to a quieter, more peaceful Enugu. The meeting, held at the auditorium of the State Secretariat complex, was attended by representatives of religious organizations, relaxation centers, and other affected stakeholders.
