Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday announced a major partnership between the State Government and ZoomLion Nigeria, a subsidiary of the Jospong Group, aimed at overhauling the state’s waste management system.
In a statement on Sanwo-Olu’s X handle on Tuesday, he highlighted the urgent need for improved waste handling, noting that Lagos generates approximately 13,000 tonnes of waste daily.
Sanwo-Olu disclosed that a Transfer Loading Station will be built at the Olusosun dumpsite, which will then be shut down.
From this station, 2,500 tonnes of waste will be transported daily to a new Material Recovery Facility in Ikorodu.
The statement reads: “Today, I witnessed the signing of an agreement between the Lagos State Government and ZoomLion Nigeria, part of the Jospong Group, that marks a significant step in managing waste across our state.
“Lagos produces around 13,000 tonnes of waste every single day. That’s a huge number, and it’s clear we need stronger systems in place to deal with it. This partnership aims to address that.
“Through this agreement, we’ll be building a Transfer Loading Station at the Olusosun dumpsite, allowing us to shut down Olusosun completely. From there, 2,500 tonnes of waste daily will be moved to a new Material Recovery Facility in Ikorodu.
“A similar facility will be constructed at the Solous III dumpsite in Igando, with 1,500 tonnes of waste redirected to another new recovery centre in Badagry.
“This project will improve how we handle waste and is expected to create over 5,000 jobs directly and indirectly.
“This partnership aligns with our broader environmental agenda, highlighting our dedication to transforming Lagos into a model mega-city with global standards in urban hygiene and environmental stewardship.
“We are taking steps in the right direction, towards cleaner streets, better health, and a more livable Lagos for all of us.”
