Top government officials, Coca-Cola, the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the European Union (EU) are set to grace the fifth Lagos Waste Forum. This is contained in a statement signed by Amb. Obuesi…
Sustainable Chic: African Fashion and the Green Revolution
By Christopher Burke, Senior Adviser, WMC Africa Sustainability in fashion refers to practices that foster environmental stewardship, social responsibility and good governance throughout the full lifecycle of a garment from design and production to disposal. The concept examines fashion and…
Pan-Atlantic University, Cesel, University of Lincoln Partner To Revolutionise Biogas Production in Nigeria
Pan-Atlantic University is proud to announce its partnership with CESEL and the University of Lincoln, UK, on a groundbreaking project funded by a £219,000 Innovate UK grant. This collaborative effort aims to develop and implement advanced biodigesters at a large-scale…
LAWMA Hints At Plans To Ban Textile Waste From Landfills
… Commends Agency’s Public-Private Partnerships The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has hinted at plans to ban textile waste at all landfills across the state, noting that it is a valuable resource that…
Three winners emerge in 2024 TotalEnergies’ Startupper Challenge
TotalEnergies’ has revealed winners of the fourth edition of the company’s annual startupper challenge. In a statement released to the media, the winners emerged after a keenly contested competition which saw 5906 applications and 1540 successful applicants. Out of this…
At Stakeholders’ Forum, LAWMA MD Bares Plans for Strategic Waste Management
… says Lagos State government plans to acquire 100 CNG trucks for PSP operations The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has laid out plans for strategic waste management in Lagos State. He also…
Sustainable Environment: LAWMA Goes on Motorised Advocacy Campaign
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has embarked on a motorised advocacy campaign, to key areas of Eti-Osa Local Government, to sensitise residents on sustainable environment, as part of activities marking the Authority’s observance of World Cleanup Day. Adopting the…
SANWO-OLU CANVASSES ECO-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS PACKAGING
… Tasks food industry players on environmental best practice Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, has called for the use of biodegradable and compostable packaging materials by food processing companies, as an eco-friendly option, for a sustainable environment. He made the call at the…
LAWMA BOSS Advocates For ‘Adopt A Street’ Initiative to Boost Community Sanitation
Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has urged private organizations and residents to participate in the ‘Adopt a Street’ initiative as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). This initiative aims to improve environmental…
LASG Emphasizes Importance of Good Sanitation Practices
…….As the weekly sanitation Advocacy Campaign train moves to Bariga LCDA. The Lagos State Government on Sunday emphasized the importance of good sanitation practices amongst all residents in order to ensure a clean, flood free, safe and sustainable environment across…
