The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has ordered the immediate scale-up of waste evacuation across the state, assuring residents of a cleaner city.
Governor Sanwo-Olu made the disclosure on Thursday, noting that the directive followed the recent build-up of refuse in some parts of the state.
He revealed that the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), and the Ministry of Environment are currently working around the clock to address the situation.
“We have deployed extra trucks and personnel to clear the backlogs across all affected neighbourhoods,” he said. “You should already see progress on the streets, and we will not stop until our city is completely clean again.”
The governor noted that Lagos generates over 13,000 tons of waste every day, stressing that managing such a volume requires a massive effort.
He, however, stated that his administration’s determination to resolve the current challenge remains unwavering.
“As we continue this cleanup, I ask for your partnership. Please bag your waste properly and avoid dumping refuse in drainage channels or on the roads,” Sanwo-Olu appealed.
He added that his administration is fully on top of the situation and called on residents to work together to keep Lagos clean and safe for everyone.
