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LAWMA demolishes illegal structures on Lagos-Badagry Expressway The Lagos State Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, says it has cleared illegal structures and activities along the Alaba Rago setback on the Lagos–Badagry Expressway. The Managing Director of LAWMA, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday while giving an update on operations carried out along the Alaba Rago corridor. According to him, the removal of unauthorised traders, squatters and makeshift structures reflects the Lagos State Government’s strict stance against environmental abuse and improper waste disposal practices. DP Read this in the Daily Post app Faster, cleaner, breaking-news alerts. Get the app He explained that the enforcement became necessary due to continued indiscriminate dumping of refuse, obstruction of sanitation activities, and unlawful occupation of the highway setback by traders and squatters. Gbadegesin noted that the exercise is aimed at restoring order, improving sanitation compliance, and safeguarding public infrastructure along one of the state’s busiest transport routes. He maintained that road setbacks are not intended for commercial activities, residence or any for…

Sanwo-Olu Orders Immediate Waste Evacuation Across Lagos LAGOS, Nigeria — Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed an immediate scale-up of waste evacuation operations across Lagos State following widespread complaints over the rapid accumulation of refuse on major metropolitan roads. The executive directive was officialized on Thursday, June 18, 2026, via a state notification to clear backlog piles and prevent severe public health hazards during the ongoing rainy season. Okay News reports that the intervention follows rising public outcry from communities in Alimosho, Mushin, and Ikotun, where uncollected household waste has blocked drainage channels and encroached on major highways. To arrest the crisis, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu ordered the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources alongside the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) to run round-the-clock emergency cleanup deployments, mobilizing additional compactor trucks and operational personnel to restore environmental normalcy. State officials highlighted that Africa’s largest commercial hub generates roughly 13,000 tonnes of waste daily, creating significant pressure points for the city’s 442 private sector pa…

Sanwo-Olu orders immediate cleanup as refuse piles up in Lagos Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has ordered an immediate scale-up of waste evacuation operations across the state following growing concerns over the accumulation of refuse in several areas. The Lagos State Government, in a statement issued on Thursday by the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, acknowledged the concerns of residents and assured Lagosians that efforts were underway to address the situation. The government said the issue had received the highest level of attention from Governor Sanwo-Olu and relevant authorities, stressing that residents deserve a clean, healthy and environmentally sustainable environment. According to the statement, the governor directed all relevant agencies and service providers to intensify waste evacuation activities and work round the clock to clear the backlog of refuse and restore normal sanitation across affected communities. The statement noted that additional resources had been deployed to support ongoing operations, while strategic measures were being introduced to improve efficiency in waste collection and disposal. It added that the…

Lagos: Sanwo-Olu orders emergency waste evacuation as sanitation crisis ... Share Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered an immediate evacuation of accumulated refuse across roads, markets and communities in the state as concerns grow over the environmental and economic impact of the worsening waste management challenge in Nigeria’s commercial hub. The governor directed relevant government agencies and waste management operators to commence urgent clearing operations, with the Lagos State government saying efforts were being intensified to restore sanitation standards and prevent a possible public health crisis. Sanwo-Olu, in a statement shared on his social media platforms, acknowledged the setback in waste management operations despite interventions by his administration, noting that Lagos generates more than 13,000 tonnes of waste daily. Also, in statement drawing from the governor’s directive, Gboyega Akosile, his special adviser on media and publicity, said relevant agencies and service providers had been mobilised to work round the clock to clear waste backlogs across affected areas. “The Lagos State Government acknowledges the concerns of residents regarding th…

LAWMA Moves In, Demolishes Illegal Structures On Lagos-Badagry ... latest LAWMA Moves In, Demolishes Illegal Structures On Lagos–Badagry Expressway. Published May 16, 2026 at 2:44 PM By NivoNews Share Follow on Google News https://wp.me/pejMbG-IGd Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Telegram The Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) says it has cleared illegal structures and activities along the Alaba Rago setback on the Lagos–Badagry Expressway. ....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶ LAWMA Managing Director, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, confirmed the development in a statement on Saturday while providing an update on enforcement operations carried out in the corridor. He explained that the removal of unauthorised traders, squatters and makeshift structures reflects the Lagos State Government’s firm stance against environmental abuse and improper waste disposal practices. According to him, the operation became necessary due to persistent indiscriminate dumping of refuse, obstruction of sanitation efforts, and illegal occupation of the highway setback by traders and squatters. Gbadegesin said the exercise is aimed at restoring order, improving sanitation compliance, and protec…

Sanwo-Olu Orders 24-Hour Waste Evacuation As Refuse Crisis Worsens ... Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources and other relevant agencies to intensify waste evacuation efforts across the state as growing heaps of refuse continue to litter major roads and communities. The governor also ordered agencies and service providers to work round the clock to clear the backlog of waste that has accumulated on street corners, road medians and suburban areas across the state. The directive comes amid increasing concerns over the state of waste management in Lagos, where piles of domestic and industrial refuse have become a common sight along highways and major roads stretching from the mainland to the island. In a statement issued on Thursday by Gboyega Akosile, Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, the state government acknowledged residents’ concerns over the worsening situation. According to the statement, the government “acknowledges the concerns of residents regarding the recent accumulation of refuse in some parts of the state”. Akosile said the issue was receiving urgent attention from Governor Sanwo-Ol…

Lagos waste evacuation: Sanwo-Olu orders immediate cleanup Relief as Sanwo-Olu orders waste evacuation across Lagos June 19, 2026 12:36 am Bags of refuse beside the median on Ikorodu road. Photo:Johnson Idowu By Johnson Idowu Kindly share this story: The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has ordered an immediate scale-up of waste evacuation operations across the state following growing complaints by residents over heaps of refuse littering roads, medians and communities. Sanwo-Olu, in a statement on his Facebook page on Thursday, assured residents that additional trucks and personnel had been deployed to tackle the refuse challenge. The governor said the Lagos Waste Management Authority, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency and the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources had been directed to intensify waste clearance efforts in affected areas. He wrote, “I have directed an immediate scale-up of waste evacuation across Lagos following the recent build-up of refuse in some parts of our state. “LAWMA, LASEPA, and the Ministry of Environment are currently working around the clock. We have deployed extra trucks and personnel to clear the backlogs across all a…

Nigeria: Lagos Refuse Crisis - Sanwo-Olu Orders Emergency Waste Evacuation After Premium Times Report [Premium Times] The governor announced the directive on Thursday, saying the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) and the Ministry of Environment had been mobilised to address the situation.

Nigeria: Lagos Refuse Crisis - Sanwo-Olu Orders Emergency Waste ... The governor announced the directive on Thursday, saying the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) and the Ministry of Environment had been mobilised to address the situation. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered an immediate scale-up of waste evacuation operations across the state following growing concerns over the build-up of refuse in several communities. The governorannouncedthe directive on Thursday, saying the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) and the Ministry of Environment had been mobilised to address the situation. "LAWMA, LASEPA, and the Ministry of Environment are currently working around the clock," Mr Sanwo-Olu said in a statement posted on his social media platforms. Follow us onWhatsApp|LinkedInfor the latest headlines "We have deployed extra trucks and personnel to clear the backlogs across all affected neighbourhoods. You should already see progress on the streets and we will not stop until our city is completely clean again," he said. The directive comes wee…

LAWMA begins cleanup of Lagos-Badagry Expressway, warns against illegal ... LAWMA begins cleanup of Lagos–Badagry Expressway, warns against illegal dumping By : Eniola  Daniel Date: 24 February 2026 3:15am WAT Share : Follow Us on Google Discover Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin The Lagos Waste Management Authority has urged residents, traders and transport operators along the Lagos–Badagry Expressway corridor to dispose of waste through designated Private Sector Participant operators as it commenced extensive cleaning and evacuation operations across the axis. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA , Muyiwa Gbadegesin, gave the charge at the weekend during a monitoring exercise at identified waste blackspots in the state. He said the intervention formed part of a broader compliance and environmental sustainability drive aimed at restoring sanity along the corridor. Gbadegesin said: “LAWMA has commenced bulk waste evacuation at Alaba Rago along the Lagos–Badagry Expressway, deploying heavyduty carriers, loaders and support teams to clear illega…

How Lagos is battling widespread refuse mess - The Nation Newspaper Special Report January 26, 2026 byThe Nation,Raymond Mordi, Deputy Political Editor,Daniel EssietandUdeh Onyebuchi In Lagos, the refuse crisis has spilled into the heart of everyday life, transforming roadsides, markets and bus stops into informal dumpsites. Beyond the stench and visual blight lies a growing public health threat, as uncollected waste breeds disease, contaminates water and clogs drainage, turning what seems like a sanitation lapse into a warning that the city’s growth is outpacing its capacity to protect lives, report Raymond Mordi, Daniel Essiet and Udeh Onyebuchi You perceive the smell before you see the garbage. OnAgegeMotor Road in Oshodi, near the Iyana Brown bus stop, a massive pile of trash occupies almost half a lane. Black plastic bags, rotting food, empty bottles, and discarded packaging form a putrid mound that greets anyone entering Lagos. The mix of decay and diesel fumes is a warning sign: the city’s waste management system is under severe strain. And this is far from an isolated case. From Ajah in the east to Idi-Oro in Mushin, from Ikotun Market to Megida bus stop in Ayobo, refu…

Lagos Refuse Crisis: Sanwo-Olu orders emergency waste evacuation after PREMIUM TIMES report <img width="1022" height="640" src="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/03/1002705380-e1772528178187.jpg?fit=1022%2C640&amp;ssl=1" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos state" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/03/1002705380-e1772528178187.jpg?w=1022&amp;ssl=1 1022w, https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/03/1002705380-e1772528178187.jpg?resize=526%2C329&amp;ssl=1 526w, https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/03/1002705380-e1772528178187.jpg?resize=768%2C481&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2026/03/1002705380-e1772528178187.jpg?resize=750%2C470&amp;ssl=1 750w" sizes="(max-width: 1022px) 100vw, 1022px" /><p>The governor announced the directive on Thursday, saying the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) and the Ministry o…