Lagos State Revokes Licences of Six Waste Operators

On October 6, 2026, the Lagos State Government, through the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), announced the withdrawal of operating licences for six Private Sector Participation (PSP) waste operators. This action was taken due to the operators' inability to effectively deliver waste collection services in their designated areas.

Tokunbo Wahab, the Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, communicated this decision via his official X handle. He emphasized that all waste collection operators in Lagos must possess the necessary capacity, competence, and resources to provide efficient services.

Of the six operators affected, five had their services terminated by LAWMA, while one operator voluntarily withdrew. The service locations impacted include Ward C1, Slot A, Abosan in Igbogbo-Baiyeku; Ibereko (LIMCA) in Olorunda; Sabo Oniba in Ojo; Papa Ashafa II in Orile Agege; Oluwa 1 in Ajeromi-Ifelodun; and Oke-Ira/Powerline in Ojodu.

Wahab reiterated the government's commitment to enhancing regulatory oversight and ensuring that waste management operators fulfill their responsibilities.