The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has urged residents to report illegal waste dumping across Lagos State, warning that indiscriminate refuse disposal contributes to flooding, environmental pollution and the spread of diseases.
In a public advisory published on its official X account on Friday, the agency encouraged residents to provide timely information to help enforcement officers identify offenders, investigate violations and improve environmental sanitation across the state.
Key Highlights
- LAWMA urges Lagos residents to report illegal waste dumping.
- Residents can report violations through 08000052962 (080000LAWMA) and 07080601020.
- The agency warns that dumping refuse in drainage channels can worsen flooding and create public health risks.
- LAWMA recorded 1,023 cases of illegal dumping and waste management non-compliance in 2025, according to the figures supplied.
- Residents are encouraged to use registered waste collection operators.
LAWMA Releases Hotline Numbers for Reporting Illegal Dumping
LAWMA urged residents who witness illegal waste disposal to report incidents through its designated channels, providing accurate location details and other relevant information to support prompt intervention.
The agency provided the following toll-free contact numbers for reporting violations:
- 08000052962 (080000LAWMA)
- 07080601020
Residents are advised to provide the location and time of an incident, alongside relevant evidence such as vehicle descriptions or photographs, where available.
According to the authority, community reports can help enforcement officers identify illegal dumping locations, investigate cases and hold offenders accountable.
Illegal Waste Dumping Raises Flooding and Health Concerns
LAWMA warned that indiscriminate waste disposal goes beyond making neighbourhoods untidy, as refuse dumped in drainage channels can obstruct water flow and worsen flooding during rainfall.
Improperly discarded waste can also contribute to environmental pollution and create conditions that pose risks to public health.
“A cleaner Lagos starts with all of us,” the authority stated, urging residents to take greater responsibility for keeping their communities clean.
The agency stressed that cooperation from residents remains important in addressing illegal dumping and improving sanitation across Lagos State.
LAWMA Records 1,023 Waste Disposal Violations in 2025
The appeal comes amid enforcement efforts to curb improper waste disposal across the state.
According to LAWMA’s 2025 Waste Surveillance Statistics, the authority recorded 1,023 cases of illegal dumping and waste management non-compliance during the year.
Of the recorded cases, 447 were referred for legal action. The agency also identified midnight and early morning as peak periods for illegal dumping.
Residential refuse, construction debris and hazardous waste were among the materials commonly discarded unlawfully, according to the figures provided.
The statistics highlight the challenges facing waste management authorities as they work to enforce environmental regulations and promote responsible waste disposal practices.
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LAWMA Advises Residents to Use Registered Waste Collectors
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has repeatedly advised residents to engage registered Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators for proper waste collection.
He has also cautioned against disposing of refuse in drainage channels, road medians and open spaces.
LAWMA said reports from residents would help identify illegal dumping hotspots and strengthen enforcement efforts across the state.
Residents seeking assistance with waste collection or other service-related complaints can contact the authority through info@lawma.gov.ng or its official social media channels.
The agency urged Lagosians to play an active role in maintaining environmental sanitation, noting that public cooperation is essential to creating cleaner, safer and healthier communities.
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