The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has introduced the “Know Your PSP” campaign to enhance communication and cooperation between residents and Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators responsible for waste collection. LAWMA’s managing director and CEO, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, stated that the campaign aims to improve waste management practices across the […]
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The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) issued 343 contravention notices to construction sites across various locations in the state over the past year. Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, the Commissioner for The Environment and Water Resources, revealed this during an ongoing ministerial press briefing commemorating one year of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second […]
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has finalized the rehabilitation of Olusosun dumpsite as the rainy season approaches, aiming to facilitate smooth waste disposal operations throughout the state. Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, emphasized this in a statement on Thursday, highlighting the rehabilitation’s purpose to enhance operational efficiency […]
Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, the Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), issued a stern warning to truck drivers under the agency’s purview during a recent address at LAWMA’s headquarters in Ijora-Olopa. Emphasizing the paramount importance of safe driving practices, Gbadegesin highlighted a range of infractions that would not […]
LAWMA Academy, the educational branch of the Lagos Waste Management Authority, has recently welcomed a new cohort of candidates for its one-month internship program in April. These interns are recent graduates from various universities across the country, representing diverse academic backgrounds. Addressing the interns, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, the Managing Director/CEO […]
Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, the Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has called upon residents of Lagos to integrate maintaining a clean environment into their daily habits, emphasizing that cleanliness should not be limited to special occasions or festivities. In a statement released by the agency, Gbadegesin extended […]
As Easter draws near, the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) emphasizes the importance of maintaining a clean and sustainable environment through responsible waste management practices. Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, the Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, highlighted in a statement issued on Friday, urged residents to avoid indiscriminate waste disposal and instead incorporate […]
Lagos, the vibrant heart of Nigeria, pulsates with a population exceeding 20 million, presenting a formidable challenge in waste management and environmental upkeep. Yet, amidst this daunting task, one man has emerged as a beacon of change, not only revolutionizing waste management within the city but also pioneering models for […]
In a city teeming with over 20 million inhabitants, managing waste and preserving a clean environment is a Herculean task. However, one man has emerged as a beacon of change, revolutionizing waste management practices and setting new standards not only for Lagos but for the entire nation. Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, […]
The annual Ramadan Public Lecture organized by the Muslim faithful of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) took place at the Authority’s headquarters in Ijora-Olopa. During his welcome speech, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, the Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, who was represented by Mr. Kunle Adebiyi, the Executive Director of Finance, emphasized […]