Nigerian fast-food chain Chicken Republic, has announced plans to stop using Styrofoam and single-use plastics to pack customers orders.

Wakadaily reported that the Lagos government recently banned the usage and distribution of Styrofoam and other single-use plastics, also called ‘takeaways’, with immediate effect.

The decision was reached following the menace which the single-use plastics were causing on the environment.

Reacting, Chicken Republic in a statement on Monday night praised the government’s decision to protect the environment, while urging customers to bring their own reusable food containers.

The statement read: “Food Concepts Plc applauds the recent decision by the Lagos State Government to ban the use of Styrofoam, recognising it as a significant step towards protecting our environment.

Effective immediately, all our outlets in Lagos will commence the transition from using Styrofoam packs for both walk-in and online orders.

“We encourage our citizens across the state to bring their own reusable food containers. In line with our commitment to sustainability, we will charge for reusable plastic takeaway containers henceforth.

“We are also actively working towards reducing our overall plastic footprint. We apologise for any inconvenience during this adaptation to eco-friendly, sustainable options.”