Ayodele Olalere
The Lagos Waste Management Authority LAWMA, is set to begin sealing of houses without waste bins on Lagos Island and Mainland, beginning from July 7,2023.
The agency, had, two months ago, issued abatement notices to some property owners urging them to procure adequate waste bins for their homes.
According to the Executive Director, Finance of LAWMA, Mr. Kunle Adebiyi, through the agency’s Head, Public Affairs, Folashade Kadirii, said that sufficient notice had been given to tenants to procure the standard waste bins, adding ‘it is crucial for residents to cultivate proper environmental habits and support the efforts of the agency to establish a cleaner and more livable environment.’
He further said the notice of intention to seal would serve as a final warning to residents who were yet to procure the bins and maintain proper waste management practices, adding that the enforcement action was aimed at encouraging responsible environmental behavior and to reduce pollution in the city.
He, however, said the sealing exercise will be in phases with the July 7 commencement of the exercise serving as the phase one.
He urged residents to take responsibility for maintaining a clean and healthy environment for all, noting that, by adhering to waste management regulations, residents could contribute to the overall cleanliness and sustainability of the environment.
