Sanwo Olu Administration Lauds Residents Over Sanitation Compliance

Sanwo Olu Administration Lauds Residents Over Sanitation Compliance
Wahab also praised Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu and Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat for their commitment to restoring the sanitation exercise
Wahab noted that transport unions also played a key role in mobilising participation across the state

The Lagos State Government has commended residents for their strong participation in the first full edition of the reintroduced monthly environmental sanitation exercise held across the state.

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, gave the commendation in a post on his official X account, describing the turnout as a clear sign of civic responsibility.

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“Our deepest appreciation goes out to every single Lagosian who stepped out today to take ownership of our common heritage,” he said.

“Thank you for taking care of your environment, for clearing your drains, sweeping your streets, and sanitising your surroundings. You have shown that the spirit of collective responsibility is alive and well in our dear Lagos.”

Wahab also praised Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu and Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat for their commitment to restoring the sanitation exercise.

He further acknowledged the Governor’s wife, Ibijoke Sanwo Olu, and the Deputy Governor’s wife, Oluremi Hamzat, for leading the commencement of the exercise.

“I must specially commend the entire State Executive Council led by our boss, Mr Governor, Jide Sanwo Olu and the Deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, whose administration stood firm in ensuring that this process comes to reality,” he said.

He also appreciated local government chairmen across the 20 local government areas and 37 local council development areas for driving the exercise at the grassroots level.

Sanwo Olu Administration Lauds Residents Over Sanitation Compliance

Wahab noted that transport unions also played a key role in mobilising participation across the state.

The exercise, held between 6.30 am and 8.30 am, marked the first full implementation since it was suspended in 2016 following a court ruling restricting movement during sanitation hours.

Ahead of the exercise, the government deployed enforcement teams drawn from environmental agencies and waste management authorities, while also warning that defaulters would face sanctions under state environmental laws.

The government also announced plans to reward the cleanest local government areas and streets on a monthly basis to encourage sustained participation.

Wahab concluded by urging continued cooperation between government and residents.

“The journey to a Cleaner Lagos and a Greater Lagos is a long one but it is built on a simple and unshakable truth which is the partnership between the government and the governed. When we work together, nothing is impossible,” he said.