The Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has commenced a pre-festive cleaning in Ikoyi area of Lagos, in preparation of the festive season ahead. ‎‎
According to the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Authority, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, the exercise forms a part of LAWMA’s efforts to ensure proper sanitation across the state, particularly strategic locations ahead of the upcoming year end festivities. ‎‎
He disclosed that the exercise began with a deep cleaning and removal on obstacles and other accumulated waste from drainage channels along Bourdillon, Alexander and Gerard corridors of Ikoyi, with the materials immediately dismissed to prevent the recurrence of such environmental concerns.‎‎
He added that the operation would result in the free flow of water and a betterment of the environmental condition of the area for the general public, noting that other parts of the area would also be cleaned before directing the exercise to Victoria Island and other areas across the state.‎‎
Dr. Gbadegesin urged residents, businesses and other stakeholders to provide access to areas to be worked on and be support the Authority’s operatives to ensure a successful completion of the operation. ‎‎
He then reiterated the commitment of the Authority towards a cleaner, healthier and environmentally sustainable Lagos.‎