Sanwo-Olu Warns Against Wetland Destruction, Strengthens Plastic Ban Enforcement
Bennett Oghifo Lagos residents face mounting environmental risks as the state generates about 13,000 tonnes of waste daily, with plastics accounting for 15 per cent, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has warned,
Lagos residents face environmental risks due to the city generating 13,000 tonnes of waste daily, with plastics making up 15%. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu warned against waste disposal and wetland destruction contributing to floods, damage to property, and health threats. At the 20th Annual Walk for Nature, he emphasized the urgency of plastic pollution, uncontrolled wetland reclamation, and improving drainage infrastructure.
Sanwo-Olu outlined that the government is enforcing a ban on banned single-use plastics, and they are investing in green spaces and mangrove restoration. The governor called for residents to stop dumping refuse into drains, reject single-use plastics, and avoid construction on wetlands. NCF Chairman Hon. Justice R.I.B. Adebiyi urged stronger climate action by all sectors, including integrating climate action into land-use planning and environmental governance.
Lagos aims to plant 20,000 trees in 2026 to improve air quality and climate resilience. Collaboration among government agencies, businesses, educational institutions, and residents is crucial for effective climate action.
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