The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has announced that it will commence sealing of houses without waste bin on Lagos Island and Mainland from Friday, 7 July.

This was made known in a statement on Wednesday issued by LAWMA Executive Director, of Finance, Kunle Adebiyi.

Adebiyi said the action follows an earlier issuance of abatement notices to those areas two months ago, urging property owners and residents to procure adequate waste bins for their homes.

The statement read: “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.”

“The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has announced its intention to commence the intention to seal exercise, on homes without waste bins on Lagos Island and Mainland, beginning from 7th July 2023. This follows the earlier issuance of abatement notices to those areas two months ago, urging property owners and residents to procure adequate waste bins for their homes.

‘’The Executive Director, Finance of LAWMA, Mr Kunle Adebiyi, gave the hint in a statement, adding that sufficient notice had been given to tenements to procure the standard waste bins. He said, “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.

“The executive director, urged residents to take responsibility for maintaining a clean and healthy environment for all, noting that, by adhering to waste management regulations, residents could contribute to the overall cleanliness and sustainability of the environment.

“By adhering to the government’s directive for tenements to procure standard covered bins, would ensure that our wastes are properly containerised.”

Adding that LAWMA had been actively 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.

For waste management related issues and inquiries, call LAWMA toll-free numbers: 07080601020 and 617.’’