The Lagos garbage Management Authority (LAWMA) has declared that it is prepared to handle the anticipated increase in garbage production throughout the city during the Christmas season.
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In his office in Ijora Olopa on Monday, LAWMA’s Managing Director/CEO, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, provided the assurance, stating that the Authority has implemented steps to address the waste management requirements of the locals during the Yuletide. “We have implemented sufficient measures to tackle the rise in waste production that coincides with the holiday season,” he stated. To guarantee timely waste collection and disposal in every area of Lagos, our teams are fully deployed with trucks and staff.
This is a component of our dedication to keeping Lagos livable and clean both during and after the Christmas season. The Authority would work tirelessly to address peak waste volumes and guarantee that all areas receive prompt attention, Gbadegesin said, adding that LAWMA would deploy more waste collection trucks and personnel to high-traffic areas, such as markets, residential neighbourhoods, and commercial hubs, as part of its operational strategies.
“We take a thorough approach. We pledge to keep the area tidy both during and after the festivities. To ensure effective collection, all homeowners must cooperate by properly bagging and containerising their garbage. Unbagged waste frequently disperses, slows down turnaround times, and poses risks to our sweepers and other drivers, he said.
The head of LAWMA also reaffirmed the importance of drivers exercising caution and keeping an eye out for sanitation workers, who will be putting in a lot of overtime to keep roads and highways clean throughout the holiday season. “The safety of the roads is crucial. We ask drivers to be patient and careful, especially when they are near our sweepers. Their lives should always be protected since they are committed to keeping Lagos clean.
“We urge all road users to be mindful and responsible because reckless driving puts everyone in danger,” he said. He added that LAWMA had stepped up its public awareness efforts to teach locals how to properly manage their waste. These efforts included press releases, targeted radio shows, and active participation on social media platforms, all of which were designed to motivate Lagosians to take charge of their waste.
“We are using every venue at our disposal to raise awareness among Lagos residents. Our objective is to create a culture of accountability and cleanliness, guaranteeing that each person and home manages garbage in an appropriate manner. By working together, we can drastically lower environmental risks and improve the effectiveness of waste collection,” he continued.
He promised that the names and phone numbers of management staff members will be made public for the purpose of monitoring and complaints, while wishing the inhabitants a happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
You can visit www.lawma.gov.ng or contact LAWMA at 080000LAWMA (08000052962), 07080601020, and 617 for waste management-related enquiries. Mrs. Kadiri Folashade, Public Affairs Director December 23, 2024
