Lagos Waste Reporter

Mothers play a pivotal role in establishing sustainable waste management practices within the household. As the primary caretakers, they have the opportunity to instill eco-friendly habits in their children from a young age. Educating Children on Waste Segregation and Recycling Teach Sorting: Mothers can teach children to separate waste into categories like paper, plastic, and organic matter. Explain Recycling: Explain the importance of recycling and how certain materials can be repurposed. Encourage Participation Engage children in the recycling process by having them help sort and prepare items for collection. Implementing Eco-Friendly Waste Management Practices at Home Composting Mothers can set up a composting system in the home to divert organic waste from landfills. Reusable Products Encourage the use of reusable bags, water bottles, and other eco-friendly alternatives to reduce waste. Mindful Purchasing Mothers can make conscious choices when buying produ...

The Lagos State Government on Sunday stated that it would undertake enforcement action to remove over 100 shanties housing several people at Adeniji Adele Underbridge from tomorrow.  This was disclosed by the State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab during an interview with newsmen.  He added that the removal is coming after the expiration of a 48-hour removal notice served on all occupants of the shanties to move with their belongings. The commissioner informed that operatives of the Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI/LAGESC) and officials from the Monitoring Enforcement and Compliance (MEC) department of the ministry will be given security backup to conduct the operation. Wahab emphasized that the exercise is part of the avowed commitment of the present administration under Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu to reclaim all ungoverned spaces that dot the lagos landscape. He stressed that unsightly shanties which are located in the heart of Lagos isl...