LAWMA BEGINS CLEANUP EXERCISE AT APAPA, TIN CAN AXIS EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has commenced the clearing of illegal dumpsites at Tin Can Island Port along Apapa-Oshodi Expressway, in a bid to ensure that all black spots in the area are free of waste. Speaking about the operation, the … Read more
LAWMA, LASPARK Build Christmas Trees From Recyclable Items EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lagos State Agencies have creatively used recycle items to build a Christmas tree, demonstrating to residents that waste materials could be used to creatively improve the aesthetics of the environment. Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) and Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency … Read more
LAWMA gets the support of the Local government Chairman of Epe as the clean-up campaign kicks off in Epe. Ekohotblog reports that Epe Local Government Chairman, Hon. Surah Animashaun has assured the Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, that she will mobilize residents to pay their waste bills and properly dispose their waste. Animashaun said this … Read more
He further disclosed that Tom Jones junction/Alli Balogun to Martins Street now have a dedicated truck for night and day evacuation of refuse. The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Central Business Districts (CBD), Mr. Gbenga Oyerinde, has disclosed that his Office, in conjunction with the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has … Read more
Lagos Government has listed conditions for reopening Ladipo Market. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has said that traders at the Ladipo Auto Spare Parts Market in the Mushin Local Government Area of the state must clean up the area, as well as create sanitation monitoring team before the market can fully … Read more
The Lagos State Government has announced the closure of Ladipo Market. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has shut the popular auto spare parts market, Ladipo Market, in Mushin Local Government Area. It was gathered that the Ladipo Market was shut indefinitely after the traders contravened environmental laws. According to a statement … Read more
The Lagos State Government has announced a partnership with NESREA to encourage proper management of e-waste in the state. LAWMA stated that the partnership would help provide a conducive environment for the residents of Lagos State. In a bid to promote healthy living and safeguard environmental quality that is consistent with the social and economic … Read more
A staff member of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has died in a work-related hazard. According to the agency, the deceased, identified as Nasiru Saheed, was crushed to death by the machine of the waste truck he was handling. The incident happened on Alexander Road in Ikoyi, the agency disclosed in a statement. LAWMA … Read more
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has confined its willingness to fulfill the waste evacuation needs of residents during the upcoming Christmas and New Year festivities, to improve the State Government’s vision of ascertaining a cleaner, hygienic and livable atmosphere in Lagos State. A statement issued on Wednesday by the Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Mr. … Read more
Waste The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has engaged 35 new the Private Sector Participants (PSP) to boost waste evacuation in the state. Speaking at the inauguration at the Olusosun landfill, Ojota, the Managing Director, LAWMA, Ibrahim Odumboni, said that the development was a morale booster. Read Also: Suspected Cultists … Read more
Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has established an academy to provide quality education, proper engagement, and adequate sensitization in helping people to make informed and strategic decisions about waste management in the State. The LAWMA Academy, which is first of its kind by any waste management authority in Nigeria would provide a knowledge hub for … Read more
13 September, 2020 – Lagos Waste Management Authority has promised to technically assist Kogi State on Waste management. – The pledge was made by the Managing Director of LAWMA while playing host to the Kogi State Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Mr Victor Adewale. Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has pledged technical support to … Read more
Bothered by the incessant and environmental degeneration problems caused by the activities of Lagos cart pushers, the Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, has placed restrictions and stopped all forms of cart pushing in shomolu and Bariga areas of Lagos. Mr Ibrahim Odumboni, the Acting Manager of LAWMA on Saturday said the activities of cart pushers … Read more
Acting managing director of the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Ibrahim Odumboni, has alleged that some contractors were involved in malfeasance and corrupt practices. According to the Nigerian Tribune, Odumboni said the government approved N25,000 for each sweeper in the state, but the contractors shortchanged them and paid as low as N5,000. He said … Read more
Lagos House state government has wielded the big stick on some operators with the Lagos State Waste Management Authority. There have been troubling news of how those in charge of the agency have turned it to a cesspit of corruption by way of payroll fraud better known as ghost workers Cartel. Having had enough of … Read more
The Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has clarified its position on the delayed salary payment to street Sweepers. The clarification becomes imperative in view of the recent pockets of protests and agitations over the issue. The agency made the clarification in a statement issued on Saturday by its Acting Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. … Read more
The Public Relation Officer of Association Of Waste Managers of Nigeria, AWAM, an environmental and a Waste Management Consultant, Mr. Olugbenga Adebola has described the relationship between AWAM and the Lagos State Waste Management Authority, LAWMA as symbiotic and productive. He also described it as a relationship that has stood the test of time and … Read more
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has organised a three-day training programme for supervisors of highway sweepers to equip them with basic health and safety skills required for optimal performance and safety at work According to the MD of the Agency, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, LAWMA remains totally committed to ensuring good welfare and safety of … Read more
The Centre for Infrastructural and Technological Advancement for the Blind (CITAB) has hailed the Lagos Waste Management Agency (LAWMA) over its recent employment of 20 disabled persons. This was contained in a press release issued by the group’s Executive Chairman of Mr. Jolomi Fenemigho. Read Also: Woman Plans Own, Son Kidnap to Extort Money From … Read more
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has announced the engagement of 20 physically challenged persons to work as sweepers of pedestrian bridges in the state. Managing Director of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said the new drive has necessitated the need to engage all stakeholders, including physically challenged persons. Read Also: Lagos Shuts Costain Bridge for … Read more