Tag: Tokunbo Wahab
Lagos’ fierce crackdown: 1,141 Buildings demolished to prevent flood chaos
Wahab disclosed that out of 1,663 identified contraventions statewide, 1,141 structures had been demolished, with Alimosho topping the list —…
Lagos shuts down 13 major markets in Mile 12, Ketu over illegal waste disposal
Additionally, Owoseni Tundas Market and Oba Ogunjobi Market in Mile 12 were also sealed. Other markets and shops affected by…
Lagos sets up Ad-hoc pumping station at Adeniji Adele Underbridge
The choice of Adeniji Adele Underbridge for the pumping station was informed by the need not to disrupt the construction…
“Lagosians’ attitude to waste disposal must change”
Wahab said the state is in the process of decommissioning the dumpsites at Olusosun and Soulous III,
After 48-hour ultimatum: Lagos crushes illegal street trading in ruthless demolition operation
The Commissioner for the Environment and Water, Tokunbo Wahab, confirmed the operation, stating that it aligns with the state’s resolve…
Lagos security guard caught dumping waste illegally, faces prosecution
According to Wahab, the facility manager claimed that the company was registered with a Private Sector Participant (PSP) for waste…
Caught in the act: Lagos busts illegal waste dumper in Egbeda
In response, Wahab emphasised the state’s zero-tolerance policy on environmental infractions, warning residents against indiscriminate waste disposal.
Urban crisis looms! Wahab urges Town Planners to enforce environmental laws
Wahab underscored the role of town planners in ensuring sustainable urban development, stating that their expertise in spatial planning, land…
Wahab, Mudi Africa inspire Boys with discipline Mantra at LBCI workshop
Addressing the participants, Wahab encouraged them to rise above their circumstances, remain disciplined, and stay committed to their goals.
Lagos reopens shut markets, issues 48-hour quit notice to traders in Idumota
Wahab explained that the inspection was conducted to assess the level of compliance following enforcement actions taken to restore the…
Lagos declares war on illegal structures, begins demolition Tuesday
Wahab also expressed concern over contractors dumping building materials on constructed drains, disrupting the flow of stormwater and damaging public…
Yuletide: Lagos rolls out new strict measures to curb noise pollution
Addressing a press conference on Monday, the Honourable Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, emphasized the…
Lagos set for massive cracks down on illegal Groundwater Abstraction
He stressed the risks posed by unregulated groundwater use, including land subsidence, contamination of water sources, and other environmental hazards,…
Lagos insists on good environmental practices for Yuletide
"By maintaining a clean environment, we will ensure a healthier and more enjoyable festive season for all. Let's work together…
Wahab clears the Air: Lagos’ Sanitation drive not borne out of wickedness
Wahab highlighted that Lagos, with its unique topography and small landmass, is home to about 10% of Nigeria’s population and…
Lagos seals 10-bedroom bungalow with pit latrines
"Citizens are further advised to embrace proper sanitation and hygiene practices to enhance public health and environmental sustainability."
Lagos cracks down: Musician, four others nabbed for traffic blockade at birthday bash
Wahab revealed that they were apprehended for blocking Raymond Njoku Road in Southwest Ikoyi and causing an environmental disturbance.
Plastic Waste: Lagos partners British company
He expressed the willingness of his company to work with the Lagos State Government to actualize the circular economy plan…
Blatant lie! We didn’t re-introduced monthly Environmental Sanitation – LASG
Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, in a statement said the viral news was the work of…
Environmental enforcement actions are in public interest – LASG
He said if the Ministry had not taken some hard decisions of removing some structures at Mende Villa Estate, several…
Lagos apologises to residents for dislocation over intensive rainfall
The Commissioner also sympathized with a resident of the State who reportedly lost loved ones as well as others who…
LASG reiterates commitment to flood-free state
“We must all be responsible and responsive as a people, people cannot continue to brazenly abuse the environment and expect…
Lagos demolishes 753 buildings on drainage alignment
Wahab said in Alimosho Local Government (LG), 141 buildings were demolished by the government, while 135 buildings were pulled down…
I didn’t travel to London with govt’s money to watch Madrid’s match, Sanwo-Olu’s aide attacks a troll
An angry Wahab retorted: "Public servants are human just like yourself. We have our private lives before joining public service…
We are not afraid to enforce our environmental laws – LASG
Wahab restated that the recent removal of structures on the alignment of Odo Iya Alaro river in Mende Villa estate,…
Why Lagos banned Styrofoam – Commissioner
He said plastic pollution "has become a social, health and economic issue that requires the collective commitment of everyone who…
Lagos begins demolition of over 100 shanties under popular bridge on Island
The Lagos State Government on Sunday stated that it would undertake enforcement action to demolish over 100 shanties housing several…
Lagos shuts 367 churches, mosques, hotels, others over environmental violations
Wahab said the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) undertook the 367 enforcement activities in households, markets, hotels, warehouses, service…
LAWMA arrests more than 1,000 environmental offenders
Wahab said disclosed that LAWMA during the period under review identified 103 illegal blackspots across the metropolis and made efforts…
Lagos uncovers another illegal settlement under a bridge in Ikoyi
This is coming less than three days after the government uncovered 86 rooms under the Dolphin Bridge where tenants paid…