The First Lady of Lagos State has led a high-level delegation to monitor compliance with the monthly environmental sanitation exercise in Alimosho Local Government Area.
Eko Hot News reports that Dr. Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu spearheaded the monitoring exercise earlier today, reaffirming the state government’s commitment to environmental cleanliness and public health enforcement.
The visit formed part of the state’s routine sanitation enforcement aimed at promoting hygiene and sustainable environmental practices.
Officials inspected key areas within Alimosho to assess residents’ adherence to sanitation guidelines.
The exercise also focused on waste management practices and environmental compliance across communities.
The First Lady emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in maintaining a clean Lagos.
She noted that environmental sanitation remains essential to disease prevention and community wellbeing.
The monitoring team engaged residents and community leaders during the inspection exercise.
They encouraged stronger participation in keeping streets, drains, and public spaces clean.
Prominent government officials joined the exercise to demonstrate unified support for environmental initiatives.
Among them was the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab.
Also present was the Special Adviser, Engr. Rotimi Akodu, alongside other senior officials.
Members of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) participated actively in the monitoring exercise.
Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials supported the campaign with advocacy on environmental responsibility and civic engagement.
Selected secondary school students also took part in the programme as part of civic education and youth engagement.
The inclusion of students was aimed at instilling environmental awareness from an early age.
Officials visited markets and residential areas within Alimosho Local Government Area to observe compliance levels.
They noted varying degrees of adherence to the monthly sanitation directive across different locations.
The delegation urged residents to sustain cleanliness beyond the official sanitation hours.
The First Lady reiterated that a clean environment contributes significantly to public health and economic productivity.
She called on households and business owners to support government efforts in waste management.
Authorities also warned against indiscriminate waste disposal and environmental negligence.
The exercise is part of Lagos State’s broader environmental sustainability agenda.
Officials assured that enforcement will continue alongside public sensitization campaigns.
Government representatives emphasized that compliance is a shared responsibility among all residents.
The monitoring team expressed optimism that continuous engagement will improve overall sanitation standards in Lagos.
