The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has welcomed new graduate interns to the July edition of its internship program, aimed at promoting waste management education among the younger generation. Managing Director and CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, speaking about…
Sanitation Day: FG Enjoins Nigerians to Prioritise Environmental Hygiene
The Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Environment, Mahmud Adam Kambari has enjoined Nigerians to prioritise Environmental Hygiene practices as this would go a long way to mitigate the spread of Cholera in the country, emphasizing that our environment…
Kroger Recognizes Zero Heroes Across the U.S.
More than 14,600 students recognized for volunteering to serve local communities and fight hunger and waste The Kroger Company today shared that 14,656 students across America have been named Zero Heroes through the retailer’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste…
Ojokoro Community: Net-Zero Action Plan Sparks Interactive Engagement
In a concerted effort to ensure a better living community, residents of Ojokoro community in Lagos State, Nigeria have embarked on strategic initiatives and interventions that would ensure livable community, improved quality of life and increase their earning potential. This…
Lagos Hosts Landmark CLEAN-Air Forum 2024 to Combat Air Pollution in Africa
Air quality stakeholders in Africa are scheduled to convene in Lagos, Nigeria for a five-day CLEAN-Air Forum to discuss the pressing issue of air pollution in the continent. The Forum is expected to attract over 300 participants from over 40…
Industrial Wastewater Identified as Primary Cause of Pollution in Lagos State, reveals NIEE Lagos
…….Unchecked Free zone operations amongst causes of industrial pollution. …….Regulatory challenges hinder pollution control efforts Environmental engineers in Lagos have raised concerns about the significant impact of industrial wastewater on pollution levels in the state. They attribute the ongoing…
CHOLERA OUTBREAK: LAWMA BOSS TASKS RESIDENTS ON PERSONAL, DOMESTIC HYGIENE
The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has called on residents to observe the best personal and domestic hygiene, as well as proper waste management practices, to curb the spread of rampaging cholera. He…
Id el Kabir: LAWMA Advocates Proper Waste Management
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has urged residents to properly bag and dispose of their waste, especially animal waste, during and after this year’s Id el Kabir celebrations. Managing Director/CEO of the agency, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has noted that…
LAWMA Launches “Know Your PSP” Campaign for Effective Service Delivery
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has launched “Know Your PSP” campaign, an initiative aimed at improving communication and cooperation between residents and Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators, responsible for waste collection. Commenting on the initiative, managing director/CEO of LAWMA,…
LAWMA Serves 343 Contravention Notices on Construction Sites
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has served 343 contravention notices on construction sites at various locations around the state in the last one year. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this at the…
