Monday, June 22, 2026

Friday Oku

June 5, 2026

Population growth driving pollution in Lagos, says LASEPA

According to him, rising population figures lead to higher waste generation, emissions, and noise pollution across the state.

Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA)
May 1, 2026

Workers’ Day: Waste pickers seek recognition, inclusion 

Mr Oku said thousands of waste pickers contribute daily to environmental sustainability by recovering recyclable materials.

Waste pickers
February 22, 2026

Waste pickers commit to zero waste initiative

Mr Oku noted that challenges, including the ban on scavenging and cart pushing, had affected operations, but members remained resolute.

June 8, 2025

Single-use plastic dealers accuse Lagos govt of insensitivity, seek phased ban

Some dealers and producers of SUPs described the proposed ban of SUPs by July 1 as insensitive at a time of economic challenge.

SINGLE-USE PLASTICS

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