53-year-old woman jailed for dumping refuse in Lagos drain

A 53-year-old woman in Lagos State has been sentenced to one month in prison for dumping refuse in a drainage channel during a rainfall event. Nelly Monday was arrested in Meiran on September 9, 2026, and later pleaded guilty in the Magistrate Court at Bolade, Oshodi. The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) emphasized the severity of such environmental offenses, warning residents against dumping waste in unauthorized locations and urging them to dispose of their waste responsibly through approved channels.

LAWMA reiterated its commitment to working with enforcement agencies to identify and sanction offenders, highlighting the importance of adhering to waste disposal procedures to prevent flooding and maintain a clean environment.

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