The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has ramped up its enforcement and clean-up operations across the state to tackle indiscriminate waste disposal and promote environmental sustainability.
The agency’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, reaffirmed LAWMA’s dedication to maintaining a clean Lagos, highlighting the deployment of its monitoring and enforcement team to ensure compliance with waste management laws.
“LAWMA remains resolute in stamping out illegal waste disposal and environmental violations. Our Environmental Monitoring and Enforcement Anti-Cart Pushers Squad has been actively dislodging illegal waste operators who contribute to environmental degradation. We urge residents to desist from patronising them and instead work with registered PSP operators for proper waste disposal,” Gbadegesin stated.
Recent enforcement operations have targeted areas such as Ifako-Ijaiye, Dopemu, Agege, and Ojodu Berger, where cart pushers involved in unauthorized waste dumping were apprehended. Gbadegesin emphasized that such activities violate environmental laws and undermine efforts to maintain a clean and livable city.
He warned that ignorance of the law would not be tolerated, and individuals caught engaging in cart pushing would face legal consequences.
Additionally, LAWMA has commenced evacuating waste from illegal dumpsites along the Lekki-Epe Expressway, particularly behind Circle Mall. This operation, also ongoing at Mile 2 Badagry Expressway, is part of LAWMA’s broader strategy to clear accumulated waste, remove silt from medians and verges, and prevent indiscriminate dumping along highways.
In a separate effort, LAWMA has intensified clean-up initiatives on Lagos waterways, ensuring that rivers and water bodies remain free of waste and blockages. This initiative aims to curb environmental pollution and maintain cleaner water channels across the state.
Gbadegesin urged Lagosians to support LAWMA’s initiatives in 2025 by properly disposing of their waste, reporting service gaps, and utilizing the agency’s helplines for backup waste collection services.
“A cleaner Lagos is achievable when everyone plays their part. We urge residents to work with assigned PSP operators, report waste-related infractions, and adopt responsible waste disposal habits. Together, we can create a cleaner and healthier city for all,” he added.
For waste management-related issues and complaints, residents can contact LAWMA via its toll-free numbers: 080000LAWMA (08000052962), 07080601020, and 617, or visit www.lawma.gov.ng.
