LAGOS BEGINS CLOSURE OF OLD DUMPSITES, MOVES TO MODERN WASTE-TO-ENERGY SYSTEM
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The Lagos State Government has announced plans to close down old dumpsites across the state and replace them with modern waste-recovery infrastructure aimed at improving efficiency and sustainability.
According to the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), the decision is part of a comprehensive reform to transition from open-dump landfills to a system focused on transfer loading stations, material recovery facilities and waste-to-energy solutions.
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Under the plan, waste currently taken to legacy dumpsites such as Olusosun in Ojota and Solous III in Igando will be redirected to new processing centres in Ikorodu and Badagry for sorting, recycling, composting and energy recovery.
Lagos, which generates an estimated 13,000 tonnes of waste daily, is set to leverage the new strategy to convert waste into economic value and create more jobs in the recycling and green-energy sectors.
The government said the reform would help reduce environmental and public-health risks associated with open dumpsites, including fires, air pollution and groundwater contamination. It will also help formalise the waste-value chain and reduce the activities of illegal scavengers.
As part of the new strategy, the state will deploy transfer stations and material recovery facilities, develop waste-to-energy plants, and introduce smart bins equipped with tracking systems to improve waste collection and billing.
The transition process will see major dumpsites gradually decommissioned within 18 months, with plans to convert reclaimed lands into recreational or commercial use.
Officials say the initiative aligns with the state’s THEMES+ development agenda and is expected to create new employment opportunities, promote recycling culture and enhance environmental sustainability.
While the government is optimistic, experts say the transition will require significant investment, consistent oversight and strong public cooperation to ensure uninterrupted waste collection during the changeover period.
LAWMA has pledged to maintain regular waste evacuation while construction of the new facilities progresses, and to keep residents informed of developments as the project advances.
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