Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed an urgent escalation of waste-evacuation operations following the recent build-up of refuse in parts of the state.
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The directive mobilises key environmental agencies, including the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), and the Ministry of Environment, to intensify sanitation efforts across affected communities.
According to the governor, additional waste collection trucks and personnel have been deployed, with sanitation workers operating round the clock to restore cleanliness and normalise conditions.
Sanwo-Olu disclosed the development in a post on X, noting that Lagos generates more than 13,000 tonnes of waste daily, a volume that demands sustained coordination and continuous intervention to maintain environmental standards.
“Dear Lagosians, I have directed an immediate scale-up of waste evacuation across Lagos following the recent build-up of refuse in some parts of our state,” he wrote.
“LAWMA, LASEPA, and the Ministry of Environment are currently working around the clock. We have deployed extra trucks and personnel to clear the backlogs across all affected neighbourhoods. You should already see progress on the streets, and we will not stop until our city is completely clean again.
“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,” he added.
The governor assured residents that the government is fully committed to resolving the situation and maintaining environmental safety across the state.
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