| Shikena(m): 10:21pm On Mar 23 |
|
Just fix the issue.
Also, people should mount pressure on their state governors to make their states livable. The pressure on Lagos is too much. Federal government moved to Abuja over 30 years ago and even prior to that not much happened in Lagos at federal level after Yakubu Gowon except the completion of 3rd mainland bridge and one or two other structures.
|
| dogo568: 11:06pm On Mar 23 |
mohbadliveson:
Lagos smells
Lol. You are very wicked ooo. The picture lol.
|
| Blazetrailer: 11:18pm On Mar 23 |
|
How š¤ š š¤£ š. Same Lagos??
|
| cucumbar: 11:27pm On Mar 23 |
|
|
| papyjaypaul: 2:11am On Mar 24 |
|
If our journalists are serious, this can be an election topic for whoever wants to be Lagos governor. After the environmental disaster under Ambode, they let politics take centrestage
|
| Max24: 3:00am On Mar 24 |
lordm:
Why do easterners hate Lagos.
Because Obi lost to Tinubu. It's like two children fighting over biscuits. After Tinubu snatched biscuits from Obi and Obi started crying. Then his people hate the smarter boy and abusing him to fight for their weak and incompetent brother.  more or less the story.
1 Like |
| Ibehchizzy: 3:12am On Mar 24 |
|
Caution Yoruba people in lagos especially those living in single rooms
They bring out their dirty dishes and wash it close to pedestrian roads were people to go to work every morning
And you wonder why Lagos doesnāt smell
|
| drucci: 4:13am On Mar 24 |
Originalsly:
What is said about Lagos ...is it not true? So why is he calling it rhetoric? If what he is saying is not true then it means Lagos is a clean city ... no sanitation problem ...no refuse problem ... the atmosphere is all rosy ..no air pollution. If the City is making efforts to lean up the mess ..fine. The problem is poor planning and poor enforcement of rules. He mentioned Lagos produces 13 000 tons of refuse daily. Then he talks about the plan to have a modern facility that will process 2500 tons of garbage daily. He should do the math. This is poor planning...the problem will still be there when the new plan is done and operational. Get the basics first ....potable water.
Note. These politicians are programmed .. there are certain words and phrases that they must currently the word is sustainable .... before it was world best practices... don't hear that one again.
You are a very cerebral scientist.
|
| Menclothing1: 7:08am On Mar 24 |
|
You all go out to throw dirty on the road and street in and over populated small land and blame the land itās the human inhabitants that will determine how clean a location look like
Government should use this opportunity to enforce all house hold must subscribe to dirty collection and state police arrest people dumping waste with heavy fine such money wil be use to buy more waste truck
|
| Jokerman(m): 7:27am On Mar 24 |
YeyeGbami:
Lagos dey smell but critics canāt leave Lagos to go and enjoy clean air in their villages.
My town is Osogbo doesn't smell...but no industry in Osogbo
|
| hardknocksng(m): 8:18am On Mar 24 |
|
Lagos stinks. š·
|
| khazeem(m): 8:57am On Mar 24 |
Hespee93:
You see rhay commumity boys issue is everywhere.
It's here in Warri I see it for the firat time that I will buy freezer for personal use, boys must collect money before carry it tjwir zone.
That's how you pay in each communirty untill you reach youe residence.
And is Lagos an exception ?
|
| teeteepeejay: 9:00am On Mar 24 |
|
All these things wonāt work. Na Igbo people Dey make Lagos smell. The moment no single Igbo person is in Lagos, be it full blooded Igbo or the contaminated ones bred by Yoruba idiots that went on to marry those bastards, then you ll see a difference.
All those dead body smelling bodies need to leave Lagos first
|
| Curious345: 11:13am On Mar 24 |
Ibehchizzy:
Caution Yoruba people in lagos especially those living in single rooms
They bring out their dirty dishes and wash it close to pedestrian roads were people to go to work every morning
And you wonder why Lagos doesnāt smell
And they pour their urine on walkways early in the morning
|
| Topman7: 12:36pm On Mar 24 |
YeyeGbami:
Lagos dey smell but critics canāt leave Lagos to go and enjoy clean air in their villages.
EXACTLY.
IGBO DEVILS.
GO BACK TO YOUR FINE-SCENTED IGBOTIC UMUAHIA AND ONITSHA, UNA NO GREE.
YOU MUST PREFER THE āSTENCHā OF LAGOS TO STARVATION IN IGBOLAND.
USELESS, WORTHLESS, HOMELESS WRETCHES AND ECONOMIC REFUGEES WITH AN āopinionā.
1 Like |
|
|
| jimi4us: 6:32pm On Mar 24 |
lordm:
Why do easterners hate Lagos.
We don't we built it with our wealth
|
| Konquest: 2:02am On Mar 25 |
Lanrelagboi:
Beyond Rhetoric: Lagos State's Bold Steps Towards a Cleaner, Sustainable Future by Babajide Fadoju
The recent wave of criticism targeting Lagos Stateās environmental efforts is not only misleading but dismissive of the substantial work being done to transform the city.
It is one thing to critique; it is another to acknowledge real progress. A recent statement from Mr. Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour portrays Lagos as an environmental disaster, suggesting that the state has failed in waste management, sanitation, and urban cleanliness.
However, such a narrative is both inaccurate and ignores the verifiable, strategic reforms implemented under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, particularly through the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources led by Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab.
Lagos generates over 13,000 tonnes of waste daily, the highest of any city in West Africa. Managing such an immense volume of waste requires more than ad hoc suggestions; it demands structured policies and consistent enforcement.
Unlike those who claim the solution is as simple as sweeping the streets, the government has implemented a comprehensive waste management strategy.
LAWMA ensures daily waste collection across all 57 local council development areas, while tricycle compactors have been deployed to service hard-to-reach areas. Recognizing the need for long-term solutions, the government is transitioning from landfill dependency to a structured recycling and waste-to-energy system.
In a bold step towards modernizing waste disposal, the government has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to decommission the Olusosun and Akesan landfills.
These closures are pivotal to mitigating environmental hazards and promoting sustainable urban living. In addition, a waste-to-energy power plant in Epe is being developed to process 2,500 tonnes of waste daily, generating 80 megawatts of electricity, further revolutionizing the state's waste disposal system.
Beyond this, partnerships with international firms such as Jospong Group, Lafarge, and Harvest Waste are ensuring improved recycling, plastic-to-fuel conversion, and electronic waste management.
These are concrete steps towards a cleaner Lagos, not empty rhetoric.
Public sanitation is another area where significant progress has been made.
Over 1,700 public toilets have been established across transport hubs and informal settlements, complemented by Modular Septage Pre-Treatment Plants (MSPP) to ensure proper fecal sludge treatment.
The Lagos Wastewater Management Office monitors more than 300 private wastewater treatment plants, ensuring they adhere to sanitation regulations.
The stateās Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) policy underscores a structured approach to sanitation management, ensuring financial and environmental sustainability.
Moreover, existing public facilities are undergoing extensive refurbishments, reflecting a holistic approach to improving hygiene standards across Lagos.
Lagos' waterways, previously clogged with refuse, are now being systematically cleaned. The Lagos Marine Waste Operations remove tons of waste from canals and lagoons daily using waste-collection boats and river booms to intercept debris before it reaches the ocean. Meanwhile, urban greening efforts have resulted in over 54,000 new trees being planted across the city, with an additional 50,000 trees planned within the next two years.
The commitment to afforestation was recently reinforced with the planting of 157 trees in Dolphin Estate, ensuring a greener, more environmentally resilient Lagos.
Beyond waste management and sanitation, the government is also making significant strides in infrastructure. Lagos has embarked on a mission to increase its daily potable water supply to 100 million gallons by 2027, with major revamps of Adiyan and Ishashi waterworks underway.
Agreements with WaterAid will restore water supply in underserved communities, underscoring the istrationās commitment to long-term infrastructure development.
Additionally, the rehabilitation of the Akilo Micro Waterworks in Ifako-Ijaiye is poised to restore potable water supply to thousands of households, further cementing Lagos' dedication to sustainable water resource management.
Housing is also a key component of environmental sustainability. Addressing the housing deficit remains a cornerstone of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's agenda.
The Lagos Home Ownership Mortgage Scheme (LagosHOMS) has already delivered over 20,000 affordable housing units, with 704 additional units under construction in Ikorodu.
In December 2024, the istration signed an MoU for the construction of 704 two-bedroom apartments in Odo Nla, Ikorodu.
These efforts not only provide shelter but also promote proper waste management within planned communities, reducing environmental degradation associated with informal settlements.
While the government leads with action, citizens must also take responsibility.
It is easy to critique LAWMA, LASEPA, and EFAG from the sidelines, but the reality is that adherence to environmental laws determines the success of these efforts.
Market traders must stop dumping refuse into drainage systems, businesses and residents must subscribe to waste collection services instead of engaging in illegal disposal, and communities must the ban on styrofoam and single-use plastics.
Without collective action, the best-laid plans of the government will not achieve their full impact.
Empty Criticism vs. Measurable Impact
It is easy to list problems. However, the real task lies in addressing them with strategic, long-term solutions rather than sensationalism.
The Lagos State Government is implementing policies that require time and collective responsibility to achieve lasting impact. No city of Lagosā magnitude transforms overnight, but the progress is undeniable.
Lagos is not stagnant. Lagos is working. And it is an issue on which Mr Gbadebo and the Honourable Commissioner have conversed on before.
This frontal, albeit decietful attack is just below his person. All may be fair in politics but not all is fair in leadership. This is about the people, not scoring some cheap political points.
Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab and his team remain committed to making Lagos cleaner, healthier, and more livable. Constructive engagementānot alarmist rhetoricāis what Lagos needs to move forward.
Constructive engagement and collective responsibility from all stakeholders are essential to actualize these objectives and ensure enduring progress.
https://independent.ng/beyond-rhetoric-lagos-states-bold-steps-towards-a-cleaner-sustainable-future/
|
| AgroBizSolution(f): 4:00pm On Mar 25 |
YeyeGbami:
Lagos dey smell but critics canāt leave Lagos to go and enjoy clean air in their villages.
|
