Governor Sanwo-Olu Approves Recruitment of 1,400 KAI Officers in Lagos

Governor Sanwo-Olu has approved the recruitment of 1,400 KAI officers in Lagos.

Eko Hot News reports that the governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved the recruitment of 1,400 additional officers into the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps, LAGESC, also known as Kick Against Indiscipline, KAI.

The recruitment of 1400 KAI Officers in Lagos was confirmed in a statement shared on the official X handle on Wednesday by Tokunbo Wahab, Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources.

Wahab said the decision, endorsed by the State Executive Council, is part of ongoing efforts to enhance environmental enforcement and promote a cleaner, healthier, and more organised Lagos.

“The Governor @jidesanwoolu and the State Executive Council have approved the recruitment of an additional 1,400 officers into the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC/KAI),” the statement read in part.

The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources noted that the recruits would strengthen the state’s capacity to enforce environmental laws, prevent indiscriminate waste disposal, curb street trading in restricted areas, and promote responsible waste management across all communities.

“With this expansion, we are reinforcing our commitment to a #CleanerLagos and a #GreaterLagos that prioritizes public health, safety, and environmental sustainability,” Wahab added.

Wahab emphasised that the recruitment drive aligns with the administration’s broader vision to ensure cleaner public spaces and improved environmental standards throughout Lagos State.