Lagos Arrests 931 Residents Over Waste Offences in One Year

The Lagos State Government says no fewer than 931 persons were arrested for waste-related offences during intensified environmental enforcement operations carried out across the state within one year.

The disclosure was made on Sunday by Tokunbo Wahab during the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing held in Alausa, Ikeja.

According to Wahab, the state government significantly strengthened environmental monitoring, enforcement, and compliance operations as part of efforts to ensure stricter adherence to sanitation laws and environmental standards across Lagos.

Over 2,200 Sites Inspected Across Lagos

The commissioner revealed that enforcement agencies inspected more than 2,200 sites during the review period as part of a statewide crackdown on environmental violations.

He added that authorities issued 1,711 contravention notices to individuals and organisations found violating sanitation and environmental regulations, while 239 sites were sealed for various infractions.

Wahab also disclosed that enforcement teams evacuated more than 650 tonnes of construction waste from different parts of the state within the one-year period.

The operations, according to him, were aimed at improving environmental cleanliness and preventing indiscriminate waste disposal, which has remained a major challenge in parts of Lagos.

Lagos Expands Air Quality Monitoring System

The commissioner said the government also intensified environmental monitoring through the deployment of modern air quality management systems across the state.

According to him, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency completed the installation of 114 air quality sensors and rehabilitated pollution abatement facilities in several locations statewide.

Wahab explained that the initiative is expected to improve air quality management, reduce environmental pollution, and protect the health of residents.

He noted that Lagos, as one of Africa’s largest urban centres, faces increasing environmental pressure due to rapid urbanisation, industrial activities, traffic congestion, and population growth.

Cleaner Fish Processing Technology Introduced

The commissioner further disclosed that cleaner fish processing technology was introduced at Ago Egun through the deployment of improved fish kilns designed to reduce smoke emissions.

According to him, the upgraded kilns have helped improve air quality within the community while also protecting the health of local fish processors who are frequently exposed to smoke pollution.

Environmental experts have long raised concerns about the health implications of traditional fish smoking methods, particularly respiratory illnesses linked to prolonged smoke exposure.

Sanwo-Olu Administration Pledges Stronger Enforcement

Wahab reaffirmed the commitment of Babajide Sanwo-Olu to cleaner communities and stronger environmental compliance through technology-driven enforcement strategies.

He said the state government would continue to adopt modern environmental management systems while intensifying public awareness campaigns and enforcement operations across Lagos.

The commissioner also urged residents to comply with environmental regulations and support government efforts aimed at maintaining a cleaner and healthier environment statewide.

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