Two men have been arrested for allegedly dumping faecal waste on a road median in Oshodi, Lagos State, as authorities intensify enforcement against improper waste disposal and other environmental violations.
The suspects, identified as 50-year-old Sabo Ali and 30-year-old Ahead Adamu, were reportedly apprehended while using a cart to dispose of the waste on the median.
The Managing Director of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Muyiwa Gbadegesin, disclosed the development in a post on his verified X account on Friday, titled “Two Arrested for Dumping Faecal Waste on Oshodi Median”.
Gbadegesin also revealed that an abandoned property allegedly used by the suspects for the illegal activity had been sealed by operatives of the Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI) team.
He said the enforcement action formed part of the Lagos State Government’s ongoing efforts to curb illegal dumping, enforce environmental regulations and safeguard public spaces across the state.
According to the LAWMA chief, the authority would sustain its efforts to identify and disrupt illegal waste disposal activities while ensuring compliance with environmental laws.
“We will continue to identify and disrupt illegal dumping activities, enforce environmental laws and protect public spaces,” he wrote.
Gbadegesin urged residents to adopt responsible waste disposal practices and patronise approved waste collection services to prevent environmental pollution and maintain public hygiene.
He added, “Dump responsibly. Use approved waste collection services. Help us achieve a cleaner Lagos.”
The development underscores the authorities’ continued efforts to address improper waste disposal in Lagos, where illegal dumping poses challenges to environmental sanitation, public health and the maintenance of clean urban spaces.
