The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has started evacuating accumulated waste at the Cele Bus Stop on the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway. This move is part of LAWMA's sustained efforts to address waste black spots across Lagos. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, stated that the authority responded quickly to the situation by deploying its intervention team to commence evacuation.
According to Dr. Gbadegesin, the immediate priority was to restore the affected location to an acceptable environmental condition. He emphasized that the intervention is part of LAWMA's efforts to clear identified waste black spots and address the factors responsible for their recurrence. LAWMA aims to intensify monitoring of identified black spots and deploy necessary operational resources to locations requiring urgent intervention.
Dr. Gbadegesin urged residents, traders, motorists, and other users of the Cele axis to desist from indiscriminate waste disposal. He noted that the recurrence of waste heaps at cleared locations undermines ongoing efforts to achieve a cleaner Lagos. The LAWMA boss encouraged residents and businesses in the area to use approved waste disposal channels and accredited private-sector participation operators to properly dispose of their waste.
LAWMA will sustain monitoring of the location after the evacuation to discourage fresh dumping and ensure that the gains of the intervention are maintained. Dr. Gbadegesin reiterated LAWMA's commitment to responding promptly to waste management challenges across Lagos. He urged residents to support the agency by adopting responsible waste disposal practices and reporting emerging black spots through its established channels.
The evacuation of accumulated waste at the Cele Bus Stop is a significant step towards achieving a cleaner and healthier environment in Lagos. LAWMA's efforts to address waste black spots are ongoing, and the agency is committed to ensuring that Lagos is free from environmental hazards. Residents and businesses are encouraged to cooperate with LAWMA to achieve this goal.
LAWMA's Managing Director emphasized the importance of community participation in waste management. He encouraged residents to take ownership of their environment and report any instances of indiscriminate waste disposal. By working together, LAWMA and the community can maintain a clean and healthy environment in Lagos.
The Lagos Waste Management Authority has called on residents to support its efforts to clear identified waste black spots across the state. With the evacuation of accumulated waste at the Cele Bus Stop, LAWMA has demonstrated its commitment to addressing waste management challenges in Lagos. The agency will continue to intensify its efforts to ensure a cleaner and healthier environment for all residents.
Key points
- LAWMA begins evacuation of accumulated waste at Cele Bus Stop, Apapa-Oshodi Expressway.
- The authority aims to intensify monitoring of identified black spots and deploy necessary operational resources.
- Residents are urged to use approved waste disposal channels and report emerging black spots.
