Lagos state governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed the immediate scale-up of waste evacuation across Lagos following the recent build-up of refuse in some parts of our state.
The governor revealed this in a social media post on Thursday where he urged the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) and other relevant agencies to speed up the process all over the state.
“Dear Lagosians, I have directed an immediate scale-up of waste evacuation across Lagos following the recent build-up of refuse in some parts of our state. LAWMA, LASEPA, and the Ministry of Environment are currently working around the clock. We have deployed extra trucks and personnel to clear the backlogs across all affected neighbourhoods.
“You should already see progress on the streets and we will not stop until our city is completely clean again. Lagos generates over 13,000 tons of waste every single day. Managing this requires a massive effort but our determination to fix the current challenge is absolute.
“As we continue this cleanup, I ask for your partnership. Please bag your waste properly and avoid dumping refuse in drainage channels or on the roads. We are fully on top of this situation. Let us work together to keep Lagos clean and safe for everyone.” He posted.
Lagos State Waste Disposal Challenge
Lagos State faces a growing waste disposal challenge driven by rapid urbanization, population growth, and increasing economic activity. The state generates thousands of tonnes of solid waste every day, placing significant pressure on existing waste management infrastructure.
Indiscriminate waste disposal remains another critical problem. Many residents and businesses continue to dump refuse in drainage channels, vacant plots, roadsides, and waterways instead of using designated collection services. Such practices contribute to environmental pollution and block drainage systems, increasing the risk of flooding during the rainy season.
Most households dispose of organic waste, plastics, paper, glass, and other materials together, making recycling more difficult and increasing the amount of waste sent to landfills. As a result, valuable recyclable materials are often lost, while landfill sites face mounting pressure from growing waste volumes.
