A’ Ibom govt orders closure of nightclubs, brothels in GRA

The Akwa Ibom State Government has issued a directive to owners of nightclubs and brothels operating within hotels and private premises in the upscale Ewet Housing Estate (EHE), Uyo, to immediately shut down their businesses.

This measure follows increasing complaints about persistent noise pollution and various social disturbances, including prostitution, that have plagued the estate.

News360 Nigeria reports that the Managing Director and CEO of Akwa Ibom Property and Investments Company (APICO), Barrister Patrick Udomfang, has given operators a strict seven-day ultimatum to cease their activities. Failure to comply will result in punitive actions.

“To all operators of night clubs in hotels and private properties, this directive is hereby given that such business is strictly prohibited.

“Night Clubs generate excessive noise, disturbing the peace and quietness of the area. Operations of Night Clubs have promoted anti-social behaviours, compromising the environment’s integrity and breach the conditions of allocation.

“Ewet Housing Estate, is a private residential area predominantly occupied by high – profile individuals, and as such, noise pollutions from Night Clubs will no longer be tolerated.

“Therefore, all hotel owners/operators are required to cease operations of Night Clubs immediately as non – compliance will be met specific consequences,” Udomfang warned.