Lagos Waste Reporter

As part of efforts to  achieve a cleaner, healthier Lagos with a sustainable waste management,  the Lagos State Government on wednesday charged PSP operators on improved service delivery and transparency.  Addressing a strategic meeting with the Association of Waste Managers of Nigeria (AWAM), the  Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab declared that the modes of operation of PSP operators must be digitalized and accessible. "I am aware that PSP operators are in business to make profit and sustain employment, then all cash collections must be digitalized for transparency" he said  He added that the association should put in place proper data collation and enumeration of all commercial and private facilities being serviced as this process would increase accountability and allow  operators to carry out their responsibilities seamlessly and efficiently.  Wahab said  government is aware that PSP op...

Residents need to embrace a responsible attitude toward waste disposal. Disposing of waste in road medians or unauthorized areas is not a viable solution and should be avoided. If you encounter a situation where your Private Sector Participant (PSP) fails to show up for waste collection, please remember that there are call center platforms available to help. The Lawma call center and various government social media channels have been effective in resolving many waste management issues. Just as you reach out to customer service for issues with services like DStv or GOtv, or contact your network provider for problems, it's important to apply the same diligence in reporting waste collection challenges. Rather than resorting to illegal dumping, let’s utilize the resources at our disposal to find solutions and enhance our environment. Together, we can address waste management challenges constructively and technically. With our combined efforts, a cleaner Lagos is within rea...

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has arrested over 300 persons and prosecuted scores, for waste disposal infractions in a renewed offensive, through surveillance and investigative activities. The arrests resulted through a collaboration with the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), from day and night surveillance efforts, aimed at identifying and apprehending individuals and businesses involved in illegal dumping across the city. Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, confirmed that the agency had deployed comprehensive strategies, including the use of surveillance teams and mobile enforcement units, to monitor environmental infractions and ensure compliance with sanitation laws. He said, “Our night surveillance and enforcement team, working with LAGESC, has apprehended over 300 people for various waste-related infractions. Many have already been charged to court and many sentenced to community service. This will serve...

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has organised a sensitisation workshop, for traders at its headquarters, Ijora-Olopa, during which it admonished markets in the state to take charge of the waste generated by them. Themed “Hygienic Environment, Responsibility of All”, the workshop was attended by over 200 representatives of various markets located in the Lagos central district. In his opening remarks, the Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, represented by the head of Market Waste Services, Mrs. Aderonke Apena, noted that maintaining a clean and hygienic environment was a primary responsibility of the various market s. He said, “A hygienic environment offers numerous benefits, primarily by reducing the risk of illness and infection, while also improving overall health and well-being. This includes a cleaner physical space, reduced stress and anxiety, and enhanced productivity. This gives us protection from water-borne diseases, other...