Dare Babalola
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has received commendation from the Nigerian Air Force Base, Ikeja, for its prompt and effective waste evacuation services within the base premises.
This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by Mukaila Sanusi, the Director, Public Affairs of LAWMA.
According to the statement, Air Commodore Mohammad Imam, Commander of the 651 Base Services Group, commended LAWMA’s efforts during a courtesy visit to the agency’s headquarters on Monday, expressing gratitude for the deployment of approximately twenty waste evacuation trucks to clear refuse from the base.
He noted that the swift action had notably enhanced the base’s sanitation and underscored LAWMA’s dedication to maintaining environmental cleanliness throughout Lagos State.
“We are here to sincerely appreciate the management and staff of LAWMA for the excellent job done, as the deployment of about twenty trucks to evacuate waste from the Base shows dedication to service and partnership in ensuring a cleaner and healthier environment,” he said.
Air Commodore Imam also praised the revival of Lagos State’s monthly environmental sanitation exercise, launching officially on the last Saturday of April, deeming it a commendable effort to bolster public hygiene and environmental accountability.
He assured the Nigerian Air Force’s backing for Lagos State’s sanitation and waste management efforts, stating that Base officers would be deployed to support adherence to environmental standards statewide.
Responding, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin thanked the Nigerian Air Force delegation for the visit and for acknowledging the Authority’s ongoing efforts to maintain a cleaner Lagos.
Dr. Gbadegesin called for stronger collaboration between LAWMA and the Nigerian Air Force, particularly in the area of technical engagement and operational cooperation that could further strengthen environmental management and sanitation enforcement across the state.
He explained that Lagos State was gradually transitioning from a linear waste disposal system to a circular economy model where waste was treated as a valuable resource with economic and environmental benefits.
The LAWMA Managing Director cited the biodigester facility at Ikosi Fruit Market as a practical example, noting that organic waste generated within the market was processed to produce biogas for energy use.
He also highlighted the LAWMA Academy initiative, which introduces school children to waste sorting practices, recycling culture, and emerging opportunities within the waste management value chain.
He added that the Authority would continue to strengthen collaboration with government institutions, corporate organisations, and communities in advancing sustainable waste management and environmental responsibility across Lagos State.
