The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) demonstrated strength, resilience, and commitment to a clean, healthy, and friendly environment during the festive period with increased waste management activity.
Determined to ensure that the enormous waste generated from the festivities did not overwhelm it and, by extension, offend the sensibilities of Lagos residents and their visitors, the Authority raised the scale of deployment, optimization of resources, and round-the-clock dedication of its workforce.
As a result, across its 11 operational Regions, activities were upbeat, covering the three Senatorial Districts of the state. This ensured that every part of the state benefited from enhanced waste management services.
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The Authority, in a statement, revealed that it deployed 94 out of its 102 waste collection trucks, supplemented by hired trucks from PSP operators with excess chassis.
“Together, these resources facilitated an average of 576 trips per day to the dumpsites, with operations running continuously throughout the festive period. This level of activity guaranteed that waste collection matched the increased waste generation associated with festive celebrations,” the statement disclosed.
To prevent environmental nuisance, LAWMA ensured that all bin locations were promptly attended to. In the same vein, regular lifting prevented overspilling, while filled bins were replaced through interchange, ensuring that waste did not accumulate before the chassis returned from dumpsites.
“This proactive approach maintained service reliability and reinforced public confidence in the Authority’s capacity to manage waste effectively during peak periods,” according to the statement.
Beyond routine operations, LAWMA played a pivotal role in supporting cultural activities. During the just-concluded Eyo Festival, the Authority worked diligently before, during, and after the event to render the venue and its environs sparkling clean.
The Lagos Island/CBD, hinterland streets, and roads leading to the venue were thoroughly sanitized, presenting a befitting image for an international cultural festival. This effort underscored LAWMA’s role not only in waste management but also in promoting Lagos as a city of culture, tourism, and global relevance.
Operational efficiency was further enhanced by improvements at the Olusosun landfill site, where LAWMA facilitated better access and reduced turnaround time for trucks at the tipping face. This intervention allowed for faster waste evacuation, minimized delays, and supported the overall effectiveness of the festive period operations.
It is noteworthy that the success of these activities was driven by the dedication of the Authority’s workforce, who operated tirelessly throughout the festive days of December. Their round-the-clock service ensured that Lagos remained clean before, during, and after the celebrations, despite the surge in waste generation. This commitment reflects the Authority’s mission to safeguard public health and environmental sustainability.
In no small measure, LAWMA’s activities during this period demonstrated a comprehensive and coordinated approach to waste management. Through optimized logistics, prompt bin management, improved landfill access, and support for major cultural events, the Authority ensured that Lagos remained clean, orderly, and welcoming during the busiest time of the year.
These efforts highlight LAWMA’s unwavering dedication to environmental cleanliness and its vital role in sustaining the image of Lagos as a thriving megacity.
