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The Lagos State Government is actively encouraging residents to turn household waste into cash through its reinvigorated “Cash for Trash” initiative. The program, designed to deepen recycling habits and maintain the city’s cleanliness, offers financial rewards for recyclable materials.
In a statement on Monday via his X handle, the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced that the scheme is underway. He noted that the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) recycling team is currently on the ground in Lagos Island, demonstrating how communities can convert waste into income.
“We’re rewarding residents every Thursday for helping us keep Lagos clean and green,” Wahab stated. “It’s a win for your wallet and a win for our city!”
A video accompanying the commissioner’s post showed LAWMA agents weighing bags of sorted plastics and disbursing cash to participating residents, illustrating the waste-to-wealth program in action.
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Headline: Lagos Offers Residents Cash in Exchange for Recyclable Waste
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The Lagos State Government is paying residents for recyclable household waste as part of a renewed push to keep the city clean. The long-standing “Cash for Trash” initiative allows citizens to earn money while contributing to a greener environment.
On Monday, Environment Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab confirmed that the program is fully active, with the LAWMA Recycling Team currently operating in Lagos Island. According to Wahab, residents who bring in sorted recyclables every Thursday will receive on-the-spot cash rewards.
The initiative aims to reduce the impact of climate change by promoting a circular economy and reducing landfill waste.
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Headline: Lagos State Government Promotes Waste-to-Wealth Scheme to Enhance Urban Cleanliness
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The Lagos State Government is promoting its “Cash for Trash” program, a waste-to-wealth initiative that provides financial incentives to residents for collecting recyclable materials. The scheme is a key component of the state’s strategy to improve waste management and mitigate environmental challenges.
Tokunbo Wahab, the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, announced via social media on Monday that the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) is facilitating the program. He stated that residents are being rewarded every Thursday for their participation.
A video shared by the commissioner documented LAWMA personnel weighing collected plastics and providing cash payments, demonstrating the operational framework of the initiative in the Lagos Island area.
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