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By Maduka Nweke
The Managing Director and Chief Executive, Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin has applauded the activities of operators in the Agency for complying with the instruction to make sure the state did not celebrate the festivities with garbage heaps dotting the environment. He said that the agency will free Lagos State of garbage heaps.
According to a statement made available to Daily Sun by Dr. Olumide Abiodun, in-charge of the Media and signed by Dr. Gbadegesin, the festive period activities demonstrated a comprehensive and coordinated approach to waste management. “Through optimized logistics, prompt bin management, improved landfill access, and support for major cultural events, the Authority ensured that Lagos State remained clean, orderly, and welcoming during one of the busiest times of the year. These efforts highlight LAWMA’s unwavering dedication to environmental cleanliness and its vital role in sustaining the image of Lagos as a thriving megacity,” he said.
Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) is an agency involved in promoting and recycling of waste through various programs. LAWMA has a regulatory body enforcing sanitation and environmental rules and also imposing fines for non-compliance. LAWMA undertook extensive operations during the recent festive season to ensure that Lagos State maintained a clean, healthy, and welcoming environment for residents and visitors.
The Authority’s commitment was evident in the scale of deployment, the optimization of resources, and the round‑the‑clock dedication of its workforce.
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He said, “Some of the areas their operations were evident during the festive season included but not limited to; LAWMA intensified activities across all 11 operational regions covering the three Senatorial Districts of Lagos State. This ensured that every part of the State benefited from enhanced waste management services. The Authority deployed 94 out of its 102 waste collection trucks, supplemented by hired trucks from PSP operators with excess chassis. Together, these resources facilitated an average of 576 trips per day to the dumpsites, with operations running continuously throughout the festive period. This level of activity guaranteed that waste collection matched the increased waste generation associated with festive celebrations.
“To prevent environmental nuisance, LAWMA ensured that all bin locations were promptly attended to. Regular lifting prevented over spilling, while filled bins were replaced through interchange, ensuring that waste did not accumulate on the ground before chassis returned from dumpsites. This proactive approach, maintained service reliability and reinforced public confidence in the Authority’s capacity to manage waste effectively during peak periods.
“Beyond routine operations, LAWMA played a pivotal role in supporting cultural activities. During the just‑concluded Eyo Festival, the Authority worked diligently before, during, and after the event to render the venue and its environs sparkling clean. The Lagos Island/CBD, hinterland streets, and roads leading to the venue were thoroughly sanitized, presenting a befitting image for an international cultural festival. This effort underscored LAWMA’s role not only in waste management but also in promoting Lagos as a city of culture, tourism, and global relevance. Operational efficiency was further enhanced by improvements at the Olusosun landfill site, where LAWMA facilitated better access and reduced turnaround time for trucks at the tipping face. This intervention allowed for faster waste evacuation, minimized delays, and supported the overall effectiveness of the festive period operations.
“The success of these activities was driven by the dedication of LAWMA’s workforce, who operated tirelessly across the festive days of December 24, 25, 26, 27, and 28. Their round‑the‑clock service ensured that Lagos remained clean before, during, and after the celebrations, despite the surge in waste generation. This commitment reflects the Authority’s mission to safeguard public health and environmental sustainability,” he stated.
