By Opeyemi Muhammad
Lagos, Feb. 15, ’25 (TNZ) The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has warned property owners and residents in the state to desist from illegal recycling and scavenging in unlicensed facilities.
TheNewsZenith reports that the Authorities also advised them to halt indiscriminate sorting, dumping, storing and trading of recyclable waste in either private or public spaces.
Mrs Kadiri Folashade, LAWMA’s Director of Public Affairs, in a statement, quotes Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, the Managing Director of LAWMA, as giving the warning.
Gbadegesin gave the warning while commenting on a public notice issued by LAWMA to property owners.
He noted that such activities degrade the city’s aesthetic appeal. It also disrupted the rights of property owners, contributing to serious environmental hazards.
TheNewsZenith recalls that in the final public notice, LAWMA observed a rising trend of indiscriminate waste sorting, dumping and trading of recyclables in unauthorised locations.
“These activities violate the Lagos State Environmental Management and Protection Law, 2017 and will not be tolerated.
“Any individual or entity engaging in illegal recycling or scavenging will face strict enforcement measures and penalties as prescribed by law,” the LAWMA boss stated.
It further cited Part III, Sections 85&86 of the Law, which prohibits deposition of recyclable waste in undesignated locations.
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LAWMA boss added that the agency would take all necessary steps to enforce compliance, including prosecuting violators.
“We cannot fold our hands and watch a few people derail the ongoing efforts to make the environment cleaner and livable for all residents.
“Property owners who permit unauthorised recycling or scavenging activities on their premises risk revocation of property right and other legal consequences,” TheNewsZenith further quotes from the statement.
Gbadegesin urged residents and stakeholders to use only licensed recycling facilities and registered waste collectors.
This is to ensure proper waste management in Lagos, encouraging the populace to report illegal activities through LAWMA’s official channels.
“We remain committed to achieving a cleaner and more sustainable Lagos. But we need the cooperation of all residents.
We urge everyone to comply with waste management laws of the state and contribute to a healthier environment,” he stressed.
He advised property owners, businesses and the public to take the warning seriously. He said they should avoid actions that could lead to serious legal repercussions. (TNZ)
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