Tag: Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA)
Environmental Enforcement: Lagos arrests three for dumping trash
Wahab reiterated the government’s commitment to enforcing environmental regulations and warned residents against indiscriminate dumping. “We will continue to ensure…
Lagos govt reopens Ladipo, other shut markets with strong warning
LAWMA had on Sept. 30, Wahab sealed the markets for environmental offences including, reckless waste disposal, unhygienic premises, and non…
LAWMA seals Alamutu Market, Mushin
The enforcement action followed the recent closure of several other markets, including Oyingbo, Ladipo, and Alayabiagba, due to similar offences.
Just In: LAWMA shuts Oyingbo, Alayabiagba markets
Other markets that risk imminent shut-down for improper waste disposal and sundry environmental infractions include: Tejuosho Model Market Phase 1,…
Woman sentenced to 144 hrs of community service for emptying wastes into drains
“The woman was arrested and sentenced to 144 hours of community service by the court, for violating waste management regulations."
LAWMA tasks Lagos residents on proper waste disposal
Odumboni said LAWMA was committed to ensuring a clean and healthy environment during and after the festive season. According to…
LAWMA to enforce mandatory waste bin Oct. 1
This is because the Lagos State Government was deliberate in its vision to launch a modern recycling plan for the…
LAWMA warns against attacks on personnel
Henceforth such attacks would be met with stiff reaction, including prosecution, to deter offenders, according to LAWMA CEO Odumboni.
LAWMA Academy organises summer school for children
The summer school was put together to groom the younger generation on the need to imbibe a positive mindset and…
LAWMA clears waste backlog
Some of the areas already covered by the intensive operations include Mushin; Oshodi; Ejigbo; Lagos Mainland; Apapa axis; Surulere; Lagos…
LAWMA to reduce waste bills of residents who sort their waste
LAWMA intends to partner with the BASF Group, on a project to convert waste to chemicals, aimed at reducing the…
LAWMA boss tasks Apapa residents on clean environment
The LAWMA boss said the time had come for the Authority to engage with residents and all stakeholders, to rid…
LAWMA holds End of the Year Thanksgiving service
In his welcome address, the Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Mr. Ibrahim Odumboni, thanked God for preserving the agency, in the…
LAWMA Academy, SafeEnviro strike partnership deal
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has become a business partner of the Chartered Institution of Waste Management (CIWN), to…
LAWMA Reopens Olusosun Landfill For Operations
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has reopened its Olusosun Landfill after a 48-hour closure announced earlier.
LAWMA expresses displeasure over poor waste disposal in Epe
The Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, has expressed displeasure at the poor waste disposal habit of the people in Epe…
LAWMA commences rehabilitation of landfills (Photos)
Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has commenced full rehabilitation including capping of some landfills in the state, in a bid…
LAWMA goes tough on Lagosians over indiscriminate refuse dumping
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has warned residents against indiscriminate dumping of refuse as anyone caught would be prosecuted.
Sanwo-Olu gives out 2million waste bags, 250,000 bins
A former Commissioner for Finance in Lagos State, Mr. Olawale Edun, says Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu-led administration has distributed about two…
Start thinking of making money from recyclable waste – LAWMA
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) on Sunday urged residents to embrace the habit of recycling waste products.
LAWMA clears Adeniji Adele canal
Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has begun an intensive clearing exercise to unclog the Adeniji Adele Road canal, while urging…
LAWMA shuts Sangotedo Market over illegal dumping of refuse
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has shut down business activities at Sangotedo Market in Eti Osa Local Government, due…
LAWMA denies owing sweepers 2 months salary
Mr Segun Adeniji, the General Manager, Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) on Thursday said plans had been concluded to pay…
Lagos dedicates June 25 to clearing of drains, canals
The Lagos State Commissioner for Environment, Dr Babatunde Adejare, on Thursday, said the June 25 environmental exercise would be dedicated…