“WE ARE COMMITTED TO COMPREHENSIVE MULTI-SECTORAL APPROACH TO ENSURE CLEAN, RESILIENT, LIVABLE CITY” – LAGOS STATE GOVT
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On Sunday, the Lagos State Government affirmed its dedication to a thorough, multi-sectoral strategy aimed at maintaining a clean, resilient, and livable city, addressing rumors circulating online that the state is experiencing unpleasant odors.
A statement from the State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, outlined the practical steps the state is taking to show that Lagos is progressing and not emitting foul smells.
In his words: “Lagos is not smelling, it is evolving toward sustainable waste processing, modernised landfill management, cleaner waterways and structured sanitation systems. The present administration of Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu remains steadfast in its commitment to building a cleaner, more sustainable city through strategic environmental initiatives”.
He stated that the state government is fully dedicated to environmental sustainability and has implemented a comprehensive, multi-faceted strategy to ensure a clean, resilient, and livable city. Addressing waste and sanitation issues in a rapidly expanding metropolis like Lagos requires structural solutions, rather than just political rhetoric or empty promises.
According to Wahab, additional actions taken by the State Government include the installation of over 50 air quality monitors across key locations in the state to track emissions from industries, transportation, and households.
Mr. Wahab also mentioned that as part of the State’s THEMES Plus Agenda, LAWMA has extended waste collection services to difficult-to-reach communities. In partnership with Ibeju Lekki Local Government, tricycle compactors have been introduced to offer waste collection services on a pay-as-you-go basis in areas with non-motorable roads.
The Commissioner further revealed plans to expand this initiative later in the year, with the introduction of 500 more tricycle compactors in similar areas. He also noted that within the next 18 months, the state will close the Olusosun and Solous three landfills, transforming them into modern Transfer Loading Stations where waste will be sorted, compacted, and sent to recycling facilities.
He added that Lagos is advancing its Waste to Energy project in Epe, which will process 2,500 tonnes of municipal solid waste daily, generating 60-80 megawatts of electricity and contributing clean energy to the Lagos power grid.
Furthermore, in addition to the ban on styrofoam food containers, the State has begun phasing out single-use plastics while encouraging sustainable alternatives and promoting Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) among manufacturers.
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