Lagos To Enforce Single-Use Plastics Ban From July 1
The Lagos State Government will begin full enforcement of the ban on single-use plastics from July 1, 2025, as part of broader efforts to curb environmental violations across the state.
Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced this during a media briefing on Tuesday, declaring that the state would no longer condone environmental abuse.
Wahab revealed that over 3,000 environmental offenders have already been arrested, with surveillance and advocacy campaigns being intensified to drive compliance.
In a post on his X handle, he said, “During Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources Media Briefing yesterday, we made it clear that Lagos will no longer tolerate deliberate environmental abuse. From July 1, full enforcement of the ban on Single Use Plastics begins. Offenders who dump refuse illegally, litter the streets, or deface our environment will face stiff penalties, up to ₦250,000 fine or 3 months in jail.
“We’ve arrested over 3,000 offenders and counting, and we’re ramping up surveillance and advocacy. The law on cart pushers still stands, public defecation remains banned, and illegal street trading will not be tolerated. This is about saving our environment; for us and the generations to come.
“Let’s celebrate the coming Sallah with cleanliness and responsibility. Bag your waste, don’t dump in drains or medians, and hand over refuse to your assigned PSP operator.
“We all have a duty to protect our Lagos. The time for change is now!”
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