LAWMA pulls down illegal structures on Lagos–Badagry expressway
The Lagos State Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, says it has cleared illegal structures and activities along the Alaba Rago setback on the Lagos–Badagry Expressway.
The Managing Director of LAWMA, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday while giving an update on operations carried out along the Alaba Rago corridor.
According to him, the removal of unauthorised traders, squatters and makeshift structures reflects the Lagos State Government’s strict stance against environmental abuse and improper waste disposal practices.
He explained that the enforcement became necessary due to continued indiscriminate dumping of refuse, obstruction of sanitation activities, and unlawful occupation of the highway setback by traders and squatters.
Gbadegesin noted that the exercise is aimed at restoring order, improving sanitation compliance, and safeguarding public infrastructure along one of the state’s busiest transport routes.
He maintained that road setbacks are not intended for commercial activities, residence or any form of encroachment, warning that such practices would no longer be tolerated.
“The government will continue to enforce environmental laws and prevent activities that undermine structured waste management and environmental sustainability across Lagos State,” he said.
