The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) is strengthening waste management systems across the state through strategic collaborations with Lafarge Africa and Zoomlion Nigeria.
Eko Hot News reports that the partnerships are designed to enhance recycling efficiency, improve environmental safety, and establish a more organised waste recovery structure for Lagos residents.
The collaboration focuses on transitioning Lagos from informal landfill scavenging to a modern, regulated recycling framework driven by innovation and sustainability.
Central to the initiative is the promotion of waste sorting at source, encouraging households and businesses to separate recyclable materials before disposal.
LAWMA is also expanding the use of modern Material Recovery Facilities to improve the processing, sorting, and reuse of recyclable waste materials across the state.
These facilities are expected to reduce the volume of waste sent to landfills while increasing resource recovery and environmental protection.
Structured recyclable collection systems are being introduced to ensure safer handling of materials and provide economic opportunities within a regulated environment.
The partnership with Lafarge Africa supports industrial recycling solutions, particularly in waste-to-energy and material reuse for construction processes.
Zoomlion Nigeria brings expertise in waste logistics, collection efficiency, and sustainable waste management practices tailored to urban environments.
Officials say the initiative aligns with Lagos State’s broader environmental sustainability and climate resilience goals.
By converting waste into economic value, the programme supports job creation, cleaner neighbourhoods, and improved public health outcomes.
Residents are expected to benefit from more organised waste collection services and reduced environmental hazards associated with unmanaged waste sites.
The initiative marks another step toward positioning Lagos as a model megacity for sustainable waste management in Africa.
LAWMA reaffirmed its commitment to building a circular economy that supports long-term growth and environmental responsibility.
