LAWMA warns against attacks on enforcement officers

The Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has warned members of the public against attacking, harassing or obstructing its enforcement officers while carrying out lawful duties across the state.

This is contained in a statement issued by its Managing Director, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, on Thursday in Lagos.

Gbadegesin expressed concern over recent incidents in which its enforcement personnel were threatened or assaulted in the course of enforcing environmental sanitation laws.

He described such actions as unacceptable.

He noted that enforcement officers were deployed to protect public health, ensure compliance with waste management regulations and keep Lagos clean.

Gbadegesin stressed that any form of violence or intimidation against LAWMA officials would be met with the full weight of the law.

He said the authority’s enforcement activities were backed by the Lagos State Environmental Management and Protection Law, 2017.

The LAWMA boss urged residents to cooperate with enforcement officers, comply with approved waste disposal guidelines and report environmental infractions through appropriate channels rather than resorting to confrontation.

He reaffirmed the authority’s commitment to firm but fair enforcement, public engagement and the protection of its personnel.

Gbadegesin also called on community leaders, market associations and transport unions to support efforts aimed at promoting order, safety and environmental responsibility across the state.

According to him, LAWMA remains resolute in its mandate to deliver a cleaner, healthier and more liveable city for all residents.