Cubana Chief Priest, a Nigerian entrepreneur’s fast-food restaurant in Lekki area of Lagos State has been sealed by the state government.
The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced this action on Saturday via his X (formerly Twitter) account. According to Wahab, the restaurant was shut down due to illegal waste disposal.
Wahab stated: “In the early hours of Saturday, 17th May 2025, the Chairman of the Lekki Estate Residents Association (@Lekkiphase1, alerted us to an incident involving the illegal dumping of refuse along Durosimi-Etti Street in Lekki Phase 1. A white Ford van with Abuja registration plates GWA 136E was caught in the act of indiscriminately discharging waste.
“The vehicle was traced to DONALD restaurant, a nightlife establishment located on Road 14 within the estate. The suspects were apprehended on the scene by LERA’s Chief Security Officer and taken into custody at the LERA Secretariat. It was reported that the individuals attempted to bribe the security team with ₦100,000—an offer that was firmly declined.”
He also stated that the suspects of the action will be prosecuted according to the law while reminding Lagosians of their responsibility to keep the state clean.
“Following the report, the Managing Director of @Lawma_gov, Mr. @muyiwag deployed the Monitoring and Compliance team to the location. The team took custody of the suspects and immediately sealed the premises of DONALD restaurant for gross environmental violations, in breach of the Lagos State Environmental Management and Protection Law, 2017.”
“This incident reflects a broader pattern of non-compliance among several commercial operators in Lekki Phase 1 who have failed to register with their assigned Private Sector Participant (PSP) operators. Many of these facilities have been implicated in repeated acts of illegal dumping, particularly during off-peak hours.”
“The suspects will be prosecuted in accordance with the law. LAWMA remains resolute in its commitment to enforcing environmental regulations across Lagos and urges all residents and businesses to adhere strictly to proper waste management practices. A clean and livable city is everyone’s responsibility,” He wrote.
Persecondnews reports that Lekki’s mix of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces contributes to its vibrant atmosphere, and it is home to upscale neighborhoods as well as being a major hub for businesses, with numerous offices, big shopping malls, and supermarkets.
Lekki is home to notable landmarks like the Lekki Deep Sea Port, is a multi-purpose deep sea port and the only one in the country, Lagos Free Zone, the Lekki Toll Gate, Dangote Refinery and the Lekki Conservation Centre, Chevron Oil, Lagos Business School, and also boasts of rollicking nightlife and entertainment with luxury restaurants, bars, and clubs, making it a popular spot for socializing.
Notably, Lekki’s proximity to Victoria Island, Ikoyi, and other key areas makes it an attractive location for residents and businesses.
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