LAWMA intensifies waste operations ahead of easter, urges proper disposal to prevent flooding

Cityscope, Environment

LAGOS, NIGERIA, 3 April 2026 (NPA) — The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has stepped up operations across the state ahead of the Easter celebrations, urging residents to adopt responsible waste disposal practices to sustain environmental cleanliness and avert flooding.

In a statement issued by Mukaila Sanusi, Director of Public Affairs, LAWMA, the agency’s Managing Director/CEO, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said waste evacuation arrangements had been reinforced with additional monitoring and operational support to ensure prompt service delivery during the festive period.

He noted that festive seasons typically generate higher volumes of waste, stressing the need for both service providers and residents to play their roles in maintaining a clean environment. Gbadegesin encouraged households to embrace simple waste reduction habits such as avoiding unnecessary purchases, reusing materials, and separating recyclables from general waste.

LAWMA has deployed personnel and equipment to critical locations including markets, motor parks, and busy commercial areas to ensure effective waste collection. The Authority is also working closely with licensed Private Sector Participant (PSP) operators to sustain regular domestic waste evacuation and swiftly address service gaps.

Gbadegesin warned against indiscriminate dumping of refuse in drainage channels, road medians, and open spaces, noting that such practices obstruct stormwater flow and heighten flood risks as the rainy season approaches.

He emphasized that environmental cleanliness is a shared responsibility requiring cooperation between government, service providers, and residents. He reassured Lagosians of LAWMA’s continued commitment to improving service delivery through operational efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, and sustained public enlightenment.

Residents are encouraged to report waste management issues via LAWMA’s customer care line 07080601020 or through its social media platforms for prompt attention.