Africazine:
The Lagos State government is set to revive its monthly environmental sanitation exercise after nearly a decade of suspension.
Starting April 25, 2026, residents will participate in this civic duty every last Saturday of the month. The initiative aims to promote cleanliness and proper waste disposal among Lagosians.
Lagos State Resumes Monthly Sanitation Exercise
The Lagos State government announced the return of its monthly environmental sanitation exercise, which had been on hold since November 2016. The exercise will take place from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM on the last Saturday of each month, encouraging residents to clean their surroundings and clear drainage channels.
State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, highlighted the importance of this initiative in fostering a culture of cleanliness. He emphasized that the exercise is a collective responsibility for all Lagosians, aiming to create a cleaner and healthier environment.
Lagos State: Key figures on Environmental Sanitation
- Resumption date: April 25, 2026
- Time: 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM
- Frequency: Last Saturday of every month
Context of the Environmental Initiative
The monthly sanitation exercise was previously held between 7 AM and 10 AM before its suspension. Wahab noted that this practice was once integral to the lifestyle of Lagosians, emphasizing cleanliness as a civic virtue. The government aims to reinstate this culture to address environmental challenges effectively.
Next Steps for Lagosians
- Residents are encouraged to participate actively in the sanitation exercise.
- Community efforts will focus on proper waste disposal and drainage maintenance.
- Awareness campaigns will likely precede the resumption date to inform residents.
Reviving the monthly sanitation exercise is a bold step towards a cleaner Lagos.
