LAWMA vows action after officers attacked in Lagos

Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) enforcement officers faced an attack from suspected illegal waste operators and cart pushers during a routine environmental monitoring exercise on the Lagos–Badagry Expressway. The incident occurred Sunday near Mazamaza Bus Stop, shortly after FESTAC First Gate.

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The enforcement team was attacked by suspected illegal waste operators and cart pushers who attempted to obstruct the exercise.

Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, LAWMA's Managing Director, condemned the assault as unacceptable and a direct affront to government efforts to maintain public health and environmental sanitation. He warned that such actions would not deter the agency from its mandate and that those involved in the attack or obstruction would face prosecution. Efforts are underway to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.

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Our enforcement officers were carrying out their statutory responsibilities when they were attacked by individuals seeking to frustrate government efforts.

Despite the attack, the enforcement team continued its monitoring along key corridors, including Iyana Iba, Okokomaiko, and Agbara. Gbadegesin highlighted that illegal cart-pushing and unauthorized dumpsites remain significant challenges to effective waste management in Lagos, posing risks to public health and safety. He urged residents and businesses to use only approved waste service providers and comply with environmental laws, reinforcing LAWMA's commitment to sustained enforcement.

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The attack occurred on Sunday at Mazamaza Bus Stop, shortly after FESTAC First Gate, during a routine environmental monitoring and compliance operation.