The Lagos State Government has reopened the Alaba International Market and some markets in the Trade Fair Complex, all located in Ojo, Lagos, after days of closure for improper waste disposal and other environmental infractions. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, said the markets were reopened […]
Waste Managements
…Reiterates Commitment to Zero Tolerance for Reckless Waste Disposal The Lagos State Government has sealed markets within the Trade Fair International Complex, located at Lagos-Badagry expressway, Ojo, over a series of environmental infractions, particularly improper waste disposal and burning of waste, which had raised concerns about public health and the […]
Ten environmental offenders have been fined various sums of money, by Magistrate Daniel Njokwu of Lagos State Magistrate’s Court, Oshodi, upon their conviction for environmental offences. They were picked up at various locations within the last 24 hours by LAWMA’s enforcement team, indulging in reckless waste dumping. Those convicted included: […]
…. Tells traders to imbibe proper hygiene in markets Following full compliance with environmental standards and safety measures earlier listed as a precondition for reopening shut markets, the Lagos State Government has ordered immediate reopening of Mile 12 International Market. The State Government, in announcing the reopening, said the market […]
…Residents Urged To Get Waste Bins, Clean Their Surroundings The Lagos State Government has arrested about 30 environmental offenders, for improper disposal of waste and flagrant disregard of the environmental laws of the state, pending their arraignment before a magistrate court next Monday. The enforcement action is in continuation of […]
.. Warns that future violations will attract stiffer penalties The Lagos Waste Management Authority, (LAWMA) has announced the reopening of Ladipo, Oyingbo, Alamutu Ologede, and Ile-Epo markets, recently sealed for filth and gross environmental abuse. The Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, who made this known, emphasized the importance […]
… LAWMA Clears Illegal Trading Activities At Yaba Railway Corridors The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has sealed Alamutu (Ologede) Market located at Idi-oro, Mushin, over poor sanitary conditions and improper waste disposal practices around the market. The Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said the measure was part […]
The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, has ordered the immediate closure of Ladipo Market, Mushin, for several environmental offenses including, reckless waste disposal, unclean premises, and nonpayment of waste bills, among others He said the market would remain closed until traders and market stakeholders met […]
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has conducted a comprehensive clean-up exercise at Itedo Community, Lekki Local Council Development Area, in partnership with Lekki Peninsula Environment Community, Crusader Sterling Pensions, and Itedo Community Development Association, promising to clamp down on filthy communities and residents. The clean-up exercise continues with LAWMA’s […]
To commemorate this year’s World Clean-up Day, a global initiative committed to eradicating litter and waste from our environment, the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has urged residents to demonstrate their dedication to responsible waste management. During a press briefing focused on the theme of this year’s event, “Celebrate the […]