Lagos government praises residents for sanitation efforts
The Lagos State Government has commended residents of Alimosho Local Government Area for their active participation in the monthly environmental sanitation exercise. Tokunbo Wahab, Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, observed that many communities in the area took the initiative seriously. Residents cleaned their surroundings and placed waste at designated locations, though some expressed concerns about irregular waste collection. The government has promised to address these challenges and maintain the momentum of the sanitation program.
What happened
- Tokunbo Wahab praised Alimosho residents for their compliance with the monthly sanitation exercise.
- Some residents, including Kunle, highlighted the health benefits of participating but noted issues with irregular waste collection by PSP operators.
- The government has engaged additional contractors and directed officials to meet with waste collection operators to improve service.
- Wahab emphasized that the monthly sanitation exercise will continue regardless of public holidays or festive periods.
- The Chairman of Alimosho Local Government, Johnson Akinpelu, urged residents to pay waste collection fees promptly to sustain efficient waste evacuation.
