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 […]
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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 […]
On Monday, the Lagos State Government and JONSPONG, a Ghanaian Waste Management company, officially entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at addressing the management of solid and liquid waste within the state. The MOU, which saw participation from Commissioner of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, and Executive […]
The Lagos State Government and JONSPONG, a Ghanaian Waste Management company, inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Monday to handle solid and liquid waste within the state. Commissioner of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, and Executive Chairman of JOSPONG Group, Dr. Joseph Agyepong, endorsed the MOU, aiming to […]
In a meeting convened by Tokunbo Wahab to address solid waste management, the Lagos State Government has officially initiated the strict enforcement of a ban on the use and sale of Styrofoam containers within the state. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources emphasized the urgency of this measure, […]
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) collaborated with the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA) to distribute LAG ID cards to more than 2,000 sweepers. The distribution event occurred at LAWMA headquarters in Ijora Olopa, following a fruitful data capturing exercise conducted beforehand. Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, the Managing Director/CEO of […]
In an attempt to put an end to further environmental violations in the area, the Lagos State Government has initiated the removal of illegal squatters residing under Ijora Bridge. The enforcement action, executed by the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), follows a one-week ultimatum issued earlier by the Commissioner for […]
In an effort to address escalating environmental health issues, the Lagos State Government has taken decisive action by closing down the Oke-Afa Market in Isolo and the Katangua Market in Abule Egba. This action comes as a response to the violation of waste disposal regulations and various unhygienic practices observed […]
The Lagos State Government declared an immediate ban on the usage and distribution of Styrofoam and other single-use plastics within the state, as disclosed by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab. In a statement personally signed by Wahab, the decision was prompted by the environmental havoc […]