Wahab Sustains Rallying Cry: “We Must Rethink Plastic” To Transform Lagos’ War On Waste

• Environment Chief Doubles Down on Calls to Reshape Plastic Lifecycle

• Maintains Sustained Demands for Collective Action from Producers, Consumers, Regulators

• New Policy Underscores Commitment to Tackle Root Causes, Not Just Symptoms

Eko Hot Blog reports that, intensifying his impassioned campaign, Lagos Environment Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab has doubled down on his continuous rallying cry – urging stakeholders to fundamentally rethink how plastics are produced and consumed.

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With the unveiling of a new Plastic Waste Management Policy, Wahab has sustained his calls for a transformative overhaul of the plastic lifecycle.

“For years now, I have maintained – it is not enough to recycle or clean up the mess. The root causes must be addressed,” Wahab asserted firmly. “We must relentlessly rethink how these plastics are produced, consumed and disposed of.”

The new policy underscores Lagos’ commitment to facilitate a crucial transition – moving away from an unsustainable linear plastic economy towards a more circular model.

However, Wahab has consistently stressed this systemic change requires collective action and accountability from all quarters.

“Time and again, I have emphasized solutions demand a multi-pronged approach…Government, businesses, communities and individuals must all take responsibility,” he stated. “Producers must innovate manufacturing, consumers must adapt habits, regulators must enforce compliance.”

Wahab’s sustained rallying cry follows the positive impacts of Lagos’ ban on styrofoam and single-use plastics.

Yet, he has continually maintained more transformative steps are vital to holistically protect the environment and public well-being.

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“I will not relent in urging us to innovate and ensure waste becomes our resilience’s symbol, not our downfall,” Wahab affirmed, his determination unwavering.

The policy unveiling showcases Lagos’ continued pioneering efforts towards sustainable waste management, fostering long-term collaboration to reshape the state’s plastic landscape.

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