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Sanitation
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Abia State mandates abattoir inspections to combat dangerous meat processing methods
Abia State officials have launched a crackdown on hazardous abattoir practices and illegal sand mining to protect public health and urban planning standards.
Moving beyond empty gestures to end open defecation
Nigeria has pushed its target to eliminate open defecation to 2030, but experts warn that without genuine funding and accountability, the effort will mirror the failures of past sanitation campaigns.
Nigeria Commits to Enhanced Cooperation with Lagos to Combat Flooding
Federal authorities have pledged closer cooperation with the Lagos State government to manage flood risks, improve water infrastructure, and support sanitation reforms.
Lagos waste authority closes markets for poor sanitation
LAWMA has shut down multiple markets and shopping complexes in Alimosho due to persistent environmental sanitation violations and illegal refuse dumping.
Nigeria’s Persistent Sanitation Crisis: The Reality of Open Defecation
Nigeria faces a severe public health crisis as inadequate sanitation infrastructure forces millions into open defecation, turning a lack of toilets into a widespread environmental and social failure.
LAWMA Pledges Swift Clearing of Lagos Waste Piles
Lagos waste management authorities have inaugurated new infrastructure at the Olusosun facility, promising that road-side trash piles will be cleared rapidly while urging residents to support proper disposal habits.
Nasarawa combats flood risks through drainage clearance and sanitation enforcement
Nasarawa State has arrested 126 sanitation law violators and shifted to daily drainage monitoring to reduce flood risks during the rainy season.
Abia Mobile Court sanctions 52 individuals for environmental law violations
The Abia State Environmental Mobile Court convicted 52 people for violating sanitation laws during the monthly cleanup, while others were acquitted or assigned community service.
Lagos clarifies: No travel bans during monthly sanitation drive
Lagos State officials have clarified that residents face no movement restrictions during monthly sanitation exercises, labeling any related arrests as unlawful.
Lagos Waste Management Authority Promises Better Refuse Collection Services
LAWMA aims to stabilize waste collection in Lagos within eight months through equipment upgrades and new infrastructure, while local leaders call for sustained community involvement in environmental sanitation.