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Lagos to commence sealing of houses without waste bin from Friday, July7
Chike Olisah
7 hours ago


The Lagos State Government through the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has announced that it will commence the sealing off exercise of houses without waste bins on Lagos Island and Mainland with effect from Friday, July 7.

According to a press statement issued on Wednesday by the Head, of Public Affairs of LAWMA, Mrs Folashade Kadiri, this was made known by the Executive Director, of Finance of the waste management agency, Mr Kunle Adebiyi.

Adebiyi said the action follows an earlier issuance of abatement notices to the affected areas 2 months ago.

Sufficient notice given
Adebiyi in the statement noted that sufficient notice had been given to tenements to procure the standard waste bins and urged property owners and residents to procure adequate waste bins for their homes.

He was quoted as saying, “It is crucial for residents to cultivate proper environmental habits and support the efforts of the Authority to establish a cleaner and more livable environment.
“By taking action against violations and ensuring compliance, we can create a sustainable environment, and help build a city of our dream.’’
Areas on Lagos Mainland, Island to be targeted
The statement from LAWMA reads, ‘’The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has announced its intention to commence the intention to seal exercise, on homes without waste bins on Lagos Island and Mainland, beginning from 7th July 2023. This follows the earlier issuance of abatement notices to those areas two months ago, urging property owners and residents to procure adequate waste bins for their homes.
‘’The Executive Director, Finance of LAWMA, Mr Kunle Adebiyi, gave the hint in a statement, adding that sufficient notice had been given to tenements to procure the standard waste bins. He said, “It is crucial for residents to cultivate proper environmental habits and support the efforts of the Authority to establish a cleaner and more livable environment.
“By taking action against violations and ensuring compliance, we can create a sustainable environment, and help build a city of our dream”.
He 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 behaviour and reducing pollution in the city.


LAWMA’s Enforcement Team will target areas on Lagos Mainland and Island, where violations have been observed. The team will carry out thorough inspections to identify individuals, households, or businesses, that have consistently neglected waste management guidelines.

Those found in violation will receive an intention to seal notice, outlining the specific actions required to rectify the situation and avoid further penalties. The exercise will be in phases, this is phase one, and we will visit other areas in the state to ensure full compliance.

‘’The executive director, 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.
“By adhering to the government’s directive for tenements to procure standard covered bins, would ensure that our wastes are properly containerised.”
This will help save the environment from indiscriminate waste disposal and other hazardous consequences, such as flooding and outbreak of diseases.


‘’He said further that LAWMA had been actively working towards improving waste management in Lagos, implementing various initiatives such as waste sorting campaigns, recycling programs, and public awareness campaigns, with the aim of instilling a culture of responsible waste disposal, to minimise the adverse impact of waste on the environment.
‘’Adebiyi appealed to residents to join hands with the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to establish a cleaner and healthier environment, by shunning indiscriminate waste disposal and taking advantage of the waste management services provided by PSP operators.

‘’For waste management related issues and inquiries, call LAWMA toll-free numbers: 07080601020 and 617.’’

https://nairametrics.com/2023/07/05/lagos-to-commence-sealing-of-houses-without-waste-bin-from-friday-july7/?amp=1

It was claimed that adequate notice was given. Then why is this news being released just 7hours ago?

Besides who handles the issuance and how easy is the process? Why must it be a particular waste bin?

Why not distribute the waste bin and task the houses since it's compulsory.

What is the effect of this law on non indigenes?

I haven't seen this type of law in my life before. Losing one's property over what government should have provided to the society. Why is there budget then?

OP is another dishonest Scammer.
Ridiculously false headline

DaddyCoool:
OP is another dishonest Scammer.
Ridiculously false headline

Check the source.

zedegit:
Check the source.

See screenshot above

zedegit:
Check the source.

But today is not Friday, going by the report.

I fully support the sealing of houses without waste bins as they claim to have given 2 months notices.

Health is wealth.

Zupay:
I fully support the sealing of houses without waste bins as they claim to have given 2 months notices.

Health is wealth.

Why must it be a particular waste bin? Why is the news being released today for something that should start tomorrow if adequate notice was given for it?

Who handles the issuance? Why will not buying a particular wastebin lead to revocation of someone's house. A house that he legally purchased.

Is it not government's duty to provide waste bins?

Think for once.

Zupay:
But today is not Friday, going by the report.

Corrected. Nonetheless it's too sudden with hidden agenda.

zedegit:
Why must it be a particular waste bin? Why is the news being released today for something that should start tomorrow if adequate notice was given for it?

Who handles the issuance? Why will not buying a particular wastebin lead to revocation of someone's house. A house that he legally purchased.

Is it not government's duty to provide waste bins?

Think for once.

But the story didn't state the bins must be bought from LAWMA.

zedegit:
Why must it be a particular waste bin? Why is the news being released today for something that should start tomorrow if adequate notice was given for it?

Who handles the issuance? Why will not buying a particular wastebin lead to revocation of someone's house. A house that he legally purchased.

Is it not government's duty to provide waste bins?

Think for once.

Did you read the part that says they’ve been given notice 2 months ago?
If you’re not comfortable with the state’s laws and regulations why not relocate to the state that will do your bidding?
The press release didn’t mention anything non-indigene but here you’re asking questions.
It’s either you live by their rules or you move out of their state.

zedegit:
Why must it be a particular waste bin? Why is the news being released today for something that should start tomorrow if adequate notice was given for it?

Who handles the issuance? Why will not buying a particular wastebin lead to revocation of someone's house. A house that he legally purchased.

Is it not government's duty to provide waste bins?

Think for once.

So it is Government that will provide waste bin for your house?

Zupay:
But the story didn't state the bins must be bought from LAWMA.

Don’t stress yourself. He’s trying to call his comrades so that they will start their campaign of victimization as usual.

Chai..


Lobakukuton!

More wahalur loading..

LAWMA does not operate in my area. Na kole-kole my area dey use. They should be ready to seal the whole Lagos State.

Ndi ara

LAWMA....

Waste bin will favour me and my family....

92% of Lagos houses do not have waste bin

It will only work in some part of the Island and Mainland

Lawman is not even effective in places like ikorodu, they will only show up once in 2 weeks. Is so sad there's no serious opposition in Lagos State, APC has been performing below par

Hmmm

Yeah i got this notice onmy gate in april.

my bin isnt good enough. the cover has broken.

this is what it looks like