Refuse Litters Lagos Roads, Residents Fear Disease Outbreak!
Reported By Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
Residents in parts of Lagos are raising alarm over mounting piles of refuse along major roads, warning that the unsanitary conditions could trigger a disease outbreak if left unaddressed.
In areas like Ojota, Mushin, and Iyana Ipaja, overflowing waste bins and illegal dump sites have become a daily sight, especially after rainfall, worsening health concerns among locals.
“The smell is terrible, especially when it rains. The stench spreads into our homes. Flies are everywhere,” said Chidi Okonkwo, a resident of Mushin.
Key Details:
- Residents say reports to waste management authorities, including Private Sector Participants (PSP), have gone unanswered.
- Environmental health experts warn of increased risk of cholera, typhoid, and other infectious diseases.
- Some traders are abandoning roadside stalls due to poor hygiene around dumpsites.
Why It Matters:
- The situation underscores ongoing waste management challenges in Africa’s most populous city.
- It reflects gaps in coordination between Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), PSP operators, and local councils.
- Urgent intervention is needed to prevent a public health crisis.
Citations:
- Resident Testimonies – Sele Media Lagos Field Interviews, Nov. 2025
- LAWMA Service Report – Internal Memo, Oct.–Nov. 2025
- Nigerian Centre for Disease Control – Urban Sanitation Alert, Nov. 2025
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