The Lagos State Waste Management Authority, LAWMA says it will commence the sealing of homes without waste bins on Lagos Island and Mainland, beginning from the 7th of July 2023.
This follows the earlier issuance of abatement notices to those areas two months ago.
The Executive Director Finance of LAWMA, Mr. Kunle Adebiyi, gave the hint in a statement, stating that sufficient notice had been given to tenements to procure the standard waste bins.
Adebiyi mentioned that the notice of intention to seal would serve as a final warning to residents who were yet to procure the bins and maintain proper waste management practices.
He said that the enforcement action was aimed at encouraging responsible environmental behavior and to reduce pollution in the city.
“It is crucial for residents to cultivate proper environmental habits and support the efforts of the Authority to establish a cleaner and more livable environment. By taking action against violations and ensuring compliance, we can create a sustainable environment, and help build a city of our dream.
“LAWMA’s Enforcement Team will target areas on Lagos Mainland and Island, where violations have been observed. The team will carry out thorough inspections to identify individuals, households, or businesses, that have consistently neglected waste management guidelines.
“Those found in violation will receive an intention to seal notice, outlining the specific actions required to rectify the situation and avoid further penalties. The exercise will be in phases, this is the phase one, and we will visit other areas in the state to ensure full compliance,” he said.
The Executive Director urged residents to take responsibility for maintaining a clean and healthy environment for all.
He noted that, by adhering to waste management regulations, residents could contribute to the overall cleanliness and sustainability of the environment.
He stressed that “By adhering to government’s directive for tenements to procure standard covered bins, would ensure that our wastes are properly containerised. This will help save the environment from indiscriminate waste disposal and other hazardous consequences, such as flooding and outbreak of diseases.”
Adebiyi explained that LAWMA had been working towards improving waste management in Lagos, implementing various initiatives such as waste sorting campaigns, recycling programs, and public awareness campaigns, with the aim of instilling a culture of responsible waste disposal, to minimise the adverse impact of waste on the environment.
He however appealed to residents to join hands with the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to establish a cleaner and healthier environment, by shunning indiscriminate waste disposal and taking advantage of the waste management services provided by PSP operators.
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