The Lagos State Government has taken action to address environmental health concerns by closing down two markets – Oke-Afa Market in Isolo and Katangua Market in Abule Egba. These markets…
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Lagos announces ban on usage of styro foams and other single use plastics
by Reporter January 21, 2024Lagos State Government on Sunday announced a ban on the usage and distribution of Styrofoam and other single-use plastics in the State with immediate effect. The Commissioner for the Environment…
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…extends partnership offer to other states at affordable rates The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has begun fabricating waste bins for Ekiti State, in a partnership aimed at tackling a…
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The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has rolled out an additional dedicated toll-free number, 08000LAWMA, to streamline communication and improve residents’ accessibility to the organisation’s waste management services. Managing Director/CEO…
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LAWMA will step up waste management, recycling efforts in 2024 – Gbadegesin
by Folashade Kadiri January 5, 2024The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has assured residents of the state, that the Authority would intensify efforts at entrenching effective waste management…
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Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has spread festive cheer among the city’s street sweepers and waste handlers, by approving an End of the Year bonus for them in appreciation…
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…Vows to ensure clean Lagos during festivities The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has restated its readiness to ensure a clean and sustainable environment in the state during the Christmas…
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LAWMA Organises Christmas Carol/End of the Year Thanksgiving
by Folashade Kadiri December 13, 2023The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has held its annual Christmas Carol/End of The Year Thanksgiving service to appreciate God for His blessings in the outgoing year. The event which…
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LAWMA reviews sanitation services on identified highways
by Folashade Kadiri November 25, 2023… Reiterates commitment to a clean environment The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has mapped out plans to reassess and re-strategise its sanitation (sweeping) activities on some highways across the…
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At Christian Wake, LAWMA Mourns Sanitation Workers
by Folashade Kadiri November 17, 2023At a solemn Christian wake ceremony, the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) bid farewell to the two sanitation workers (sweepers), Adejoke Adefuye and Afolashade Odufuwa, who lost their lives while…